Matured in small French oak barrels for 12 months. Situated in Stellenbosch, the heart of South Africa's wine industry, lies the family cellar of Stellenrust. Here time honoured traditions and select wines have led to the family motto: "Where excellence meets winemaking".

The 18th century, time-honoured art of winemaking lives on in Zonnebloem wines - from the carefully tended vineyards to the meticulous craftsmanship in the cellar.

Style:  Smooth, elegant with hints of violets and cherries.  Oak matured.

Serve:  Room temperature 16ºC - 18ºC or slightly chilled in summer.  Complements red meats and game, as well as chicken and cheeses.

Maturation Potential:  5 - 8 years

87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Frank, 3% Petit Verdot

Medium deep, dark red colour. Red & blue berry nose with attractive cedary, spicy oak and fruit aromas. Softly tannic palate hiding a lot of fine fruit that opens up in the glass. Softer, more elegant and finer than most vintages, a little less intensity and long term ageability.

Delicious with most meat dishes, especially roast lamb.