Barandas
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R120 nationwide
Barandas
To my mother, Hester — From the quiet tracks of Barandas, your love became my compass. In every glass, I honor your strength, your hope, and the journey that began with you. With endless gratitude, Erlank Erasmus The grapes for this wine originate from three Stellenbosch wards: Jonkershoek Valley, Bottelary, and the Banhoek Valley. Each terroir contributes a distinctive element to the final blend. Jonkershoek’s cooler, wind-moderated slopes lend finesse, purity, and elegance, while the weathered granite soils of Bottelary and Banhoek provide structure, depth, and power, creating a balanced and expressive Cabernet Sauvignon.
Description
The wine opens with subtle red cherry and cassis, lifted by fine graphite aromatics. Layers of warm cocoa spice and dried herbal nuances unfold with air, adding complexity and aromatic length. The palate is medium-bodied and refined, showing seamless structure supported by vibrant acidity that carries the flavours through to an elegant, persistent finish.
Food Pairing
This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with herb-crusted lamb chops, where its red-fruit brightness and savoury herbal tones echo the rosemary, thyme, and garlic of the dish. It is equally at home alongside chargrilled beef fillet with peppercorn sauce, allowing its cassis and graphite notes to shine while its medium body complements the leaner cut. For a sophisticated vegetarian option, charred aubergine with tahini and pomegranate mirrors the wine’s subtle smokiness and warm spice, while the fresh pomegranate adds a lively counterpoint. The wine is also ideally suited to intimate celebrations—anniversaries, personal milestones, or elegant home-cooked meals where a refined, terroir-driven wine is called for.
