COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Simonsig Wine Estate
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Simonsig Estate Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch, Western Cape. Its name is inspired by a vineyard planted in a labyrinth formation. Simonsig Wine Estate, a family-owned farm established in 1971, is a significant figure in South African wine history, known for pioneering Méthode Cap Classique and co-founding the Stellenbosch Wine Route. The estate is situated on deep red weathered granite and shale soils, which contribute to the wine's concentrated flavors.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine's name comes from a vineyard planted in a labyrinth design.
Fact 02
Simonsig produced South Africa's first Méthode Cap Classique.
Fact 03
The estate co-founded the historic Stellenbosch Wine Route.
Fact 04
Vineyards are planted on soils rich in moisture-holding capacity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Simonsig Estate Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon begins with early morning harvests, focusing on reductive practices in both the vineyard and cellar. Gentle pressing and a focus on low juice yield are employed. Fermentation is initiated with pure cultured yeasts at temperatures between 11-12 °C to ensure a slow process that enhances fruitiness. The wine is then aged for 17 months in a combination of French and American oak, with a significant proportion of older barrels used. The estate also implements sustainability practices such as solar panels and water catchment systems.
