COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
PRODUCER
MVH Signature Wines/Vebersburg
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 Vine & Co Dry Land Red 2019 is a red wine from the Western Cape, South Africa, produced by MVH Signature Wines/Vebersburg. This vintage is a blend of Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah. Winemaker Matthew van Heerden, with a farming heritage, is committed to producing authentic, natural wines that reflect the purity of the fruit and the distinctiveness of South Africa's terroir, utilizing both traditional and modern winemaking approaches. The 2019 growing season in South Africa presented challenges with a reduced harvest, but this often leads to greater flavor concentration in the resulting wines.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Winemaker Matthew van Heerden was named SA's Best Young Winemaker in 2011.
Fact 02
The 2019 harvest in South Africa was the smallest on record.
Fact 03
The blend features Cinsault, a grape often found in Southern Rhône blends.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Vine & Co Dry Land Red 2019 is produced using a blend of Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah grapes. Winemaker Matthew van Heerden follows a philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to allow the fruit purity and the unique characteristics of the South African terroir to express themselves. The 2019 vintage was marked by a reduced harvest, leading to smaller berries and potentially more concentrated flavors. The winemaking process combines traditional methods with modern techniques to achieve wines of elegance and exceptional taste.
