Hand selected grapes from a low producting old vineyard on a cool slope with no irrigation for natural concentration fermented in open tanks with plunging and pumping over. It matured 12 months in 100% American Oak barrels This wine is full bodied with a typical warm mouth feel, soft tannins, a long finish and spicy flavours. It is made and selected to mature for many years in the bottle. This style is to compliment venison, beef or all heavy cuisine and cheese.

Enjoy with lamb or veal dishes as well as duck or rast chicken

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:  Red berry and oak spice flavours.  Oak matured

Serve:  Room temperature 16ºC - 18ºC or slightly chilled in summer.  Enjoy with red meat and chicken.

Maturation Potential:  5 - 8 years.