Kabelland Cinsault 2023
Paarl, South Africa
Cinsault (100%) · 2023 · 13.5% abv
Bright and juicy, this is all about drinkability. Medium-bodied, it shows fresh red berry and cherry notes with a really subtle hint of spice, and silky, approachable tannins. Think Beaujolais rather than Burgundy — easy to enjoy on its own or by itself.
Production
Bunches are picked early in the harvest with 50% going into a whole cluster ferment - this is what gives the wine it’s backbone, red fruit, perfume and spiciness. Left to ferment with natural yeast in stainless steel the juice gets pumped over a few times to extract more of the brilliant crunchy red fruit flavours, pressed, and then goes back into stainless steel to settle before bottling.
Vinyard
These cinsault grapes are from right on the border between Paarl and Swartland and come from vineyard born in the early 1990’s. Farmed organically, these dry-grown bush vines have very little rainfall (less than 300mm per year) and means that the grapes are super concentrated.
Pairing
Perfect slightly chilled with charcuterie, pizza or grilled vegetables. An easy red for sharing plates and relaxed dining.
Ecological Credentials
Vegan, Vegetarian