COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Shiraz
PRODUCER
Icon Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Zafrica Cape Reserve Red Blend is a 2023 vintage from Icon Wines, produced in the Western Cape region of South Africa. This red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, and Shiraz. A distinctive feature of this wine is its packaging in a 1-liter PET bottle, designed with climate-smart distribution in mind. The name 'Zafrica' itself suggests a strong connection to its South African origin. Icon Wines' philosophy appears to be focused on producing wines that are memorable and stand out, possibly influenced by the concept of 'Icon Rock' and the importance of soil in wine profiles. The Western Cape's unique geographical position, influenced by the meeting of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, provides a climate characterized by warm days and cool nights, which is conducive to the slow and even ripening of grapes.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Packaged in a 1-liter PET bottle for climate-smart distribution.
Fact 02
The name 'Zafrica' evokes a strong connection to its South African roots.
Fact 03
The Western Cape's unique coastal climate influences grape development.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Zafrica Cape Reserve Red Blend is a 2023 vintage wine from Icon Wines, composed of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, and Shiraz. The grapes are sourced from the Western Cape region of South Africa. Following harvest, the wine undergoes aging in large oak barrels, a technique chosen to contribute a balanced oak character. A notable aspect of this wine's production and distribution is its packaging in 1000 ml PET bottles, which are highlighted as a climate-smart choice. The producer, Icon Wines, aims to create distinctive wines, possibly with an emphasis on the influence of the vineyard's soil.
