Babylonstoren
Babel Red
Red Blend from Simonsberg-Paarl, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Babylonstoren
Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms, set at the foot of Simonberg in the Franschhoek wine valley. It has a fruit and vegetable garden of beauty and diversity, unique accommodation, fine food and wine, and evokes a sense of wellbeing. Our wines are produced in a state-of-the-art winery and are made to showcase the soils and climate where their grapes are grown. The Tasting Room sits adjacent to the Wine Cellar, offering views of the conical Babylonstoren hill, Simonsberg and the Banghoek Mountains. We have about 94 hectares (232 acres) under vine and produce 13 different grape varieties, with our highest vines – pinot noir and chardonnay – lying against Simonsberg at some 600 metres above sea level. Led by cellar master Charl Coetzee and winemaker Klaas Stoffberg, the farm’s 2011 harvest led to the first bottling of wine under the Babylonstoren label.
Description
The 2023 Babel Red is a rich and complex blend, offering layers of red and black fruit. It presents aromas of dark cherries, plums, and subtle notes of tobacco and dark chocolate. On the palate, expect a combination of juicy red berries, blackcurrant, and hints of spice, with a well-integrated oak influence. The finish is long, with smooth tannins and a touch of savory depth.
Food Pairing
Babel Red pairs wonderfully with rich, hearty dishes such as lamb chops, oxtail stew, and grilled meats. It also complements dark chocolate desserts.
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