De Krans
Cape Ruby Port
Fortified from Western Cape, 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.
De Krans
De Krans Wine Cellar is situated along the upper reaches of the picturesque Gamka River Valley in Calitzdorp in the Klein Karoo. The rich and long history of the farm dates to 1890, when it was bought by the Nel family. The current cellar was built in 1964 by Chris Nel and his brother Danie. The first Portuguese grape variety in Calitzdorp was planted in 1973 at De Krans by a twist of fate. Chris Nel, father of Boets & Stroebel Nel, intended to plant Shiraz, which turned out to be Tinta Barocca, when the newly planted vineyard started bearing grapes in 1976! Since 1985 other classic Portuguese varieties, such as Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela and Souzão, have been planted. De Krans is widely known as one of the leading producers of port-style wines, as well as one of the most innovative cellars in South Africa. De Krans was the first in South Africa to produce a Touriga Nacional as a dry red wine, made the first Pink Port-style wine, as well as the first Moscato perlé wine in South Africa. De Krans has recently been awarded for its innovation, winning the Most Innovative Wine Award for the De Krans Espresso, as well as for the De Krans MCC at the Michelangelo International Wine Awards.
Description
The De Krans Cape Ruby Port 2022 displays a deep ruby color. It offers vibrant aromas of ripe red and dark fruits, including cherries, plums, and blackberries, with floral notes of violets and hints of cinnamon spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with rich flavors of red berries, chocolate, and subtle spicy undertones. The wine has a balanced sweetness complemented by a smooth, lingering finish, making it enjoyable both on its own and as a pairing with food.
Food Pairing
This versatile port pairs well with a variety of dishes. It is excellent when served with rich chocolate desserts, blue-veined cheeses, or simply as a warming drink on a cold evening. It can also be enjoyed chilled over crushed ice or as part of a cocktail for a refreshing summer option.
