Glen Carlou
Gravel Quarry Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon from Simonsberg-Paarl, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Glen Carlou
Glen Carlou Vineyards is minutes away from the university town of Stellenbosch and less than 35 minutesโ drive from Cape Town. Situated in the Simonsberg-Paarl region of South Africaโs Western Cape, our estate was transformed from being a dairy farm in 1985 to a wine farm. Walter Finlayson acquired the property known as โLen Carlouโ. He not only enhanced the name but with his affinity for Burgundian wines, the first vine plantings were those of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. After a 13-year period of ownership by the Swiss based Hess Group, Glen Carlou transferred back to local ownership in 2016 when a South African family consortium purchased the estate.
Description
โThis structured Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful yet polished expression of one of the worldโs most revered noble varietals. Deep layers of ripe blackcurrant, dark berry compote, mint and subtle dark chocolate unfold on the nose. The palate is full-bodied and firm, with concentrated fruit and fine, integrated tannins that promise graceful ageing. A serious, age-worthy wine rooted in the granitic slopes of the Simonsberg timeless and commanding. (Johnnie Calitz โ Cellarmaster)โ
Food Pairing
Beef, Lamb, Poultry
