Ulumbaza Red Walker Bay WO - Springfontein

With the Springfontein Ulumbaza Red Walker Bay WO comes a first-class red wine in the glass. In this it shows a wonderfully dense, crimson color. Held at a slight angle, a transition of color toward garnet red is evident at the edges of this barrel-aged wine. The bouquet of this Cape South Coast red wine delights with hints of damson, plum, morello cherry and black currant. If we trace the aromatics further, gingerbread spice, air-dried ham and black tea join the mix.

This dry red wine from Springfontein is for wine lovers who can't drink their wine dry enough. On the palate, the texture of this punchy red wine is wonderfully fleshy and dense. In the finish, this red wine from the Cape South Coast wine-growing region finally thrills with beautiful length. Again, hints of blackberry and morello cherry are evident.

Vinification of the Ulumbaza Red Walker Bay WO from Springfontein

The powerful Ulumbaza Red Walker Bay WO from South Africa is a cuvée made from the grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage and Shiraz. After harvesting, the grapes are immediately taken to the winery. Here they are selected and carefully broken up. Fermentation follows in small wood at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by 12 months of aging in oak barriques.

Food recommendation for the Springfontein Ulumbaza Red Walker Bay WO

This red wine from South Africa is best enjoyed at a temperate 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as a companion to omelet with salmon and fennel, asparagus salad with quinoa or wok vegetables with fish.

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