COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Babylonstoren
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Babylonstoren Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a single-varietal wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, grown on the Simonsberg Mountain. The producer, Babylonstoren, is a historic farm established in 1692, known for its commitment to natural winemaking and reflecting the land's terroir. The grapes are cultivated on diverse soil types, including Malmesbury shale and Cape granite, contributing to the wine's character. The estate's philosophy centers on simplicity and natural practices, aiming to create balanced wines true to their origin.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Babylonstoren estate dates back to 1692.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from eight different vineyard blocks.
Fact 03
Wine is aged in 300-litre oak barrels.
Fact 04
Awarded 90/100 at Decanter World Wine Awards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Babylonstoren Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation (details not specified). It is then aged for 18 months in a combination of 40% new and 60% second- and third-fill 300-litre oak barrels. Post-barrel aging, the wine is bottled and rests for an additional three months prior to release. The producer's philosophy emphasizes simplicity and natural winemaking.
