COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Grenache Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Luddite Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Luddite Saboteur 2020 is a red wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, produced by Luddite Wines. Founded by Niels and Penny Verburg, the winery champions a philosophy of minimal intervention and sustainable, organic farming. The Saboteur range is designed to be more approachable and fruit-driven. The 2020 vintage was influenced by a cooler, wetter growing season in the region.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery's name, Luddite, reflects a commitment to traditional winemaking methods.
Fact 02
Vineyards are not irrigated, relying solely on natural rainfall.
Fact 03
The Saboteur range is intentionally crafted to be more immediately accessible than their flagship Luddite wines.
Fact 04
The wine is produced under an ambitious VEGAN program.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Luddite Saboteur 2020 is a blended red wine that spends 12 months aging in oak barrels, with 18% of those barrels being new. Luddite Wines is committed to sustainable and organic farming practices, including not irrigating their vineyards and avoiding synthetic chemicals. Their winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention to allow the integrity of the fruit and terroir to be expressed.
