Waterford Estate
Grenache
Grenache from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Waterford Estate
Waterford Estate is situated in the Blaauwklippen Valley on the rolling slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in the well-known Stellenbosch region. Waterford Estate prides themselves in making Fine Wine from carefully selected grapes. Winemaker, Mark Le Roux and viticulturist, David van Schalkwyk both believe a Fine Wine displays the character of its cultivar and a true sense of place. A Fine Wine should reflect the length on the palate, has a complexity of flavours, internal harmony between aromatics and the palate, and balance between its essential components.
Description
The wine has a ruby-red colour, leading to smoky cherry and vibrant red fruit aromas that build on the base of subtle licorice spice aromatics. The palate reveals vibrant fruit flavours of cherries and cranberries, with a fresh acidity that adds vibrancy to the wine, a result of the cooler vintage. The tannins are refined and soft, serving to balance the acidity and showcase the salinity in the wine.
Food Pairing
Grenache’s versatility is a key factor in its popularity, appeasing all palates no matter the season. This wine excels in its ability to pair well with a wide variety of dishes, including roasted meats, fragrant stews, and Asian flavours, showcasing its exceptional complexity and impressive capacity to harmonise with these intricate and rich tastes.