Winery RidgebackThe Lion Hound Red
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet-Sauvignon, the Mourvèdre and the Merlot.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or game (deer, venison).
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the The Lion Hound Red of Winery Ridgeback in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of red fruit, black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with The Lion Hound Red
Pairings that work perfectly with The Lion Hound Red
Original food and wine pairings with The Lion Hound Red
The The Lion Hound Red of Winery Ridgeback matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of sautéed pork with pineapple, lamb tagine with dried fruits and herbs or duck legs with honey and orange.
Details and technical informations about Winery Ridgeback's The Lion Hound Red.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet-Sauvignon
Cabernet-Sauvignon noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. Cabernet-Sauvignon noir can be found in many vineyards: South-West, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Armagnac, Rhone Valley, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of The Lion Hound Red from Winery Ridgeback are 2017, 2015, 2018, 2013 and 2012.
Informations about the Winery Ridgeback
The Winery Ridgeback is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 30 wines for sale in the of Paarl to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Paarl
South African star at the foot of the granite rock (60 km north of Cape Town): Shiraz reigns in reds — powerful and sun-soaked with notes of blackberry, plum, black pepper, spices and a smoky touch, sturdy tannins. Structured Cabernet and Pinotage complement. Chenin Blanc king of whites — ample and lively with notes of honey, yellow fruit, candied citrus and white flowers, age-worthy acidity. Renowned Rhône-style blends.
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: Cornalin
Black grape variety native to the Valais (Switzerland). It produces renowned wines of a dark purple colour with violet hues, an elegant bouquet and a powerful, fresh, fruity (cherry) and spicy palate. Cornalin wines can be drunk young or after several years of ageing, with game.
