Winery African DawnCape Red
Red wine
This wine generally goes well with
Details and technical informations about Winery African Dawn's Cape Red.
Discover the grape variety: Maria Gomes
Aromatic, lively dry whites with a pale golden colour, a slender palate and preserved acidity, showing signature aromas of discreet muscat notes, white flowers (acacia), citrus (lemon) and white-fleshed fruits. Also used in fresh, fragrant sparkling wines (espumante). The pillar of Bairrada, where it is known by this name, contributing to Portuguese sparkling and dry whites. Synonym used in Bairrada for Fernão Pires, one of the most planted white varieties in Portugal.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Cape Red from Winery African Dawn are 0
Informations about the Winery African Dawn
The Winery African Dawn is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 8 wines for sale in the of Breede River Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Breede River Valley
Largest wine valley of the Western Cape in South Africa (~40% of the country's vines), three districts: Worcester, Robertson, Breedekloof. Chenin Blanc flagship white: ample and fruity with signature notes of white apple, pear, peach, honey and mineral touch, round and long palate — supple, from dry to off-dry. Fresh Colombard, lively Sauvignon, ample Chardonnay. Sun-soaked Shiraz reds (blackberry, pepper), firm Cabernet, fruity Pinotage.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: Dismantling
After devatting, the pomace is removed from the tank. If this operation is carried out manually, it is important to ventilate the vat well to avoid the risk of accidents due to the presence of carbon dioxide.
