Winery VriesenhofConservative Collection Red Blend
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Cabernet-Sauvignon and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or game (deer, venison).
Taste structure of the Conservative Collection Red Blend from the Winery Vriesenhof
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Conservative Collection Red Blend of Winery Vriesenhof in the region of Western Cape is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Conservative Collection Red Blend of Winery Vriesenhof in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of oak.
Food and wine pairings with Conservative Collection Red Blend
Pairings that work perfectly with Conservative Collection Red Blend
Original food and wine pairings with Conservative Collection Red Blend
The Conservative Collection Red Blend of Winery Vriesenhof matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of roast pork with pineapple, merguez with lentils or blood duck (tour d'argent).
Details and technical informations about Winery Vriesenhof's Conservative Collection Red Blend.
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 Conservative Collection Red Blend from Winery Vriesenhof are 2011, 0
Informations about the Winery Vriesenhof
The Winery Vriesenhof is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 45 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: Dry
Champagne with between 17 and 35 grams of sugar (see dosage liqueur).
