Journeys End

V4 Cabernet Sauvignon

Name: Cape Doctor
Brand: Journeys End
Price: 514 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93 (1 reviews)

Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, South Africa

R274

Bottle size:

750 ml

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A core of rich blackcurrants, black plum, with a savoury overlay and mixed spice. The velvety character is a result of generous oak maturation resulting in finely textured tannins and a long-lasting finish. Complex and layered, you will find the palate of the wine evolves as it breathes in your glass.

Black Currant

Plum

Spice

Vanilla

The grapes were stored overnight in the cold room, then hand sorted and destemmed. The whole berries were cold soaked for 5 days before fermentation began, lasting for 15 days between 18 – 25˚C in stainless steel tanks. Carefully planned pump over and rack-and-return approaches ensured good aromatic, flavour, colour and tannin extraction. Malolactic fermentation then took place during a two week post-fermentation skin maceration.

The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were hand picked from Block 5, which has soils with excellent structure and water retaining ability. Vigorous hardy vines deal well with the strong South Easternly winds and produce beautiful quality grapes with compact bunches and small berries with thick skins. The vineyard block rests 280m above sea level, 7 km from the ocean. The soil type is predominantly Tukulu.

Journeys End

In 1995 the Gabb family (originally from Shropshire UK) took control of this picturesque wine farm surrounded by 20 ha of gorgeous vineyards. They have invested heavily in both the vineyards and the winery since then – with the estate growing to 120ha by July 2011. The initial Journey’s End investment was made by Roger Gabb who at that time was Founder and Managing Director of Western Wines. Following the sale of Western Wines to Constellation brands in 2006 the family turned their focus to their estate Journey’s End. Upon taking the helm in 2007 Roger’s son Rollo has since invested further into the estate through vineyard purchases and infrastructure.