Winery CloofInkspot
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet-Sauvignon, the Pinotage 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).
The Inkspot of the Winery Cloof is in the top 40 of wines of Darling.
Taste structure of the Inkspot from the Winery Cloof
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Inkspot of Winery Cloof 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 Inkspot of Winery Cloof 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 Inkspot
Pairings that work perfectly with Inkspot
Original food and wine pairings with Inkspot
The Inkspot of Winery Cloof matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, game (deer, venison) or poultry such as recipes of beef tongue with vegetables and madeira sauce, wild boar bourguignon or chicken curry and onions.
Details and technical informations about Winery Cloof's Inkspot.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet-Sauvignon
Structured, tannic reds, deeply coloured, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and graphite, underpinned by firm acidity and fine ageing potential. Cornerstone of the great Médoc estates (Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Julien) and signature of Napa Valley, Coonawarra and Maipo. The world's most planted red variety, a natural cross of Cabernet Franc x Sauvignon Blanc born in Bordeaux.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Inkspot from Winery Cloof are 2018, 2014, 2012, 2011 and 2007.
Informations about the Winery Cloof
The Winery Cloof is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 62 wines for sale in the of Darling to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Darling
Coastal WO of the Coastal Region (Western Cape, ex-Swartland in 2003) 11 km from the Atlantic: signature Sauvignon Blanc as king white, grown in bush-vines (rare worldwide) — intense and unusual with signature lively citrus, tropical fruits and a fresh herbaceous touch. Signature Shiraz as king red in bush-vines — rich and spicy with black fruits, pepper and a smoky touch. Pinotage complement. Cool-climate refreshed by Benguela current, Atlantic breezes.
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).
