Winery BramptonOld Vine Red (OVR)
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Cabernet-Sauvignon and the Merlot.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or beef.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Old Vine Red (OVR) of Winery Brampton in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, red fruit or black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Old Vine Red (OVR)
Pairings that work perfectly with Old Vine Red (OVR)
Original food and wine pairings with Old Vine Red (OVR)
The Old Vine Red (OVR) of Winery Brampton matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of braised beef with guinness, greek-style shepherd's pie or ideas for savoury pancake toppings.
Details and technical informations about Winery Brampton's Old Vine Red (OVR).
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Old Vine Red (OVR) from Winery Brampton are 2008, 2016, 2015, 2009 and 2018.
Informations about the Winery Brampton
The Winery Brampton is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 15 wines for sale in the of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Stellenbosch
Showcase of the South African vineyard: signature Cabernet Sauvignon as king red — structured and age-worthy with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a menthol touch, firm tannins. Emblematic national Pinotage (created 1925) opulent and smoky (blackberry, coffee, leather). Fleshy Shiraz, supple Merlot as complement. Vibrant Chenin Blanc, ample Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon in whites.
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: Retrieved from
Wine that has lost its aromatic potential after prolonged aeration.
