De Toren
Patronus
Malbec from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
De Toren
The truth is in the vine. The guiding philosophy that elevated this boutique estate into one of South Africa’s most respected premium wine producers. De Toren began with a view. Enchanted by the estate’s panoramic vistas stretching from the Helderberg, over False Bay and across to Table Mountain and recognising the untapped potential of this unique site, the foundation for De Toren’s innovative approach to crafting world-class Bordeaux-style wines, was laid. Working closely with academics from the Stellenbosch University, an extensive soil analysis of the property embarked. A dozen sampling holes were dug on each hectare of the farm, treble the wine industry’s standard practice. Across the estate’s 25 hectares, 15 separate soil types were identified and ultimately 25 clones across the five classic Bordeaux varieties were planted. Here this philosophy of craftsmanship and exceptional care was born and was applied to everything we have done ever since.
Description
The exceptional Patronus 2023 opens with a rich and creamy bouquet, revealing deep, layered aromas of dark fruit, where ripe blueberry and prune stand out prominently. A gentle swirl in the glass releases a burst of vibrant red fruit, with bright cherry adding freshness and lift. The oak influence is elegantly woven through, imparting subtle hints of cedar and sweet spice. On the palate, velvety fine-grained tannins provide refined structure, framing luscious blueberry and a delicate touch of black pepper. The finish is long and smooth, lingering with a graceful note of sweet vanilla spice.
Food Pairing
This exquisite wine with its bold and powerful flavours are best served with a succulent and tenderly grilled steak.
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