4G Wines
G. 2016 - LE CAPITAINE
Red Blend from Western Cape, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R150 nationwide
4G Wines
On the 2nd of February 1659 Jan van Riebeeck the first Commander of the Cape noted in his diary: “Fine warm weather… Today praise be to God wine was made for the first time from Cape grapes.” On the 2nd of February 2009 three hundred and fifty vintages later four men share their passion for wine and a vision for the future: a world-class wine from South Africa combining the best terroirs of the Cape with Old World winemaking expertise. On the ground was Giorgio Dalla Cia whose knowledge of South African vineyards is legendary. Thrilled by the idea the late Denis Dubourdieu joined the group: master winemaker to numerous icon wines in Bordeaux Hermitage and elsewhere. Our first vintage G. 2010 was released to rave reviews. 2011 and 2012 continue to set a new standard – on par with and above the greatest wines of the world. 2013 and 2014 regularly break preconceptions in international blind tastings.
Description
"The immensely dense and deep bouquet of cassis, sloe liqueur and warm tan opens up from minute to minute like a magnificent peacock fan and is enriched with spicy hints of laurel and lovage, freshly roasted black pepper, very discreetly smoky eucalyptus, and a subtle fleshy appeal. On the palate fascinatingly almost f loating and with great balance despite its immense concentration. The impressive fruit body gains additional complexity by smoky-mineral graphite notes, noble plant character and hints of plum jam, dark cocoa and tobacco. Extremely juicy, yet not overloaded, as it is interwoven with filigree veins of acid and supported by wonderfully sweet tannins. Refreshing finish with lots of spice and mineral cedar notes that enrich the long-lasting fruit of dark forest berry compote." Frank Kämmer, Master Sommelier
Food Pairing
Enjoy with beef Wellington, T-bone steak or hard cheeses.
