Ernie Els

Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Signature
Brand: Ernie Els
Price: 900 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: Tim Atkin 93 (1 reviews)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa

TWS '25

Silver

TWS '25

R255

Bottle size:

750 ml

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This wine exhibits a deep ruby hue with a plum core. The nose reveals brooding peppery fruit that transitions to cassis and blackcurrant, complemented by savoury, meaty undertones and hints of fireside and veldt aromas. The palate is rich with flavours of pomegranate, morello cherry, dates, and plums, interwoven with cedarwood and amber oil notes. The wine is bold and fruit-forward, featuring smooth, juicy tannins that lead to a well-resolved, fruit-scented finish.

Cassis

Black Currant

Pomegranate

Cedar Wood

Grapes were hand-picked and each block was processed separately. After destemming, berries underwent optical sorting. Fermentation occurred in open-top tanks with intermittent pump-overs and punch-downs to extract desired flavours and tannins. Post-fermentation, some tanks underwent extended maceration. Each clonal batch was micro-vinified in oak barrels, with a small batch spending up to 10 months aging in terracotta amphorae before final blending and bottling.

The Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards are situated on the warm north-facing slopes of the Helderberg region within the Stellenbosch appellation. The Hutton Clovelly soils, rich in gravel, contribute to the wine's depth and fruit purity. The vineyards are approximately 250 metres above sea level, with the Atlantic Ocean 15 kilometres away, extending the ripening period by up to three weeks and resulting in optimal phenolic ripeness.

Ernie Els

As one of South Africa's leading ambassadors and one of the most recognizable faces in the world of sport it is befitting that Ernie chose Stellenbosch to produce his wines. In 1999 the concept of Ernie Els Wines was born and with the help of award-winning winemaker Louis Strydom they produced the maiden 2000 vintage of Ernie Els - a 'classic' Bordeaux blend. The intention from the outset was to focus on delivering a quality product that could hold its own in the company of the world's finest wines.