COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Tall Horse Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Tall Horse Cabernet Sauvignon is a 100% varietal red wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, produced by Tall Horse Wines. The brand is recognized for its distinctive label featuring a giraffe, a symbol of African wildlife and the wine's heritage. Tall Horse Wines focuses on creating accessible, enjoyable, and easy-to-understand wines, aiming to demystify wine appreciation. The grapes are sourced from various vineyard sites within the Western Cape, benefiting from the region's diverse microclimates. The 2024 vintage is anticipated to be of good quality, consistent with general regional expectations.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The giraffe on the label is a symbol of Africa's unique wildlife and the wine's origin.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from diverse vineyard sites across the Western Cape.
Fact 03
The wine is matured on French oak staves for three months.
Fact 04
Tall Horse aims for an accessible and enjoyable wine experience.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Tall Horse Cabernet Sauvignon are hand-harvested in late March. Vinification involves fermentation on the skins for seven days at 24–28°C, with three daily aerations to enhance extraction. The wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation. For aging, it is matured on French oak staves for three months. A very light filtration is performed before bottling to preserve the wine's intrinsic characteristics.
