COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
Botanica Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Botanica Arboretum is a red blend from Stellenbosch, South Africa, produced by Botanica Wines. Founded by American owner Ginny Povall, the winery draws inspiration from the botanical heritage of its Protea Heights farm. The wine's labels are a nod to historical botanical art. The grapes are sourced from organically farmed vineyards in the Devon Valley, Stellenbosch.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Labels feature artwork inspired by Mary Delany's botanical collages.
Fact 02
The farm was the first in South Africa to commercially cultivate protea flowers.
Fact 03
This wine won first place in Winemag.co.za's Cape Bordeaux Red Blend Report 2019.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Botanica Arboretum is a red blend crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The grapes are sourced from organically farmed, high-density vineyards. The wine undergoes aging in French oak barrels, contributing to its structure and texture. The blending of these varietals is a key technique in shaping the wine's profile.
