TASTING NOTES
The Personality
A young businessman coming into his own. A young adult who is starting to settle down and find and repeat the things he loves. He’s active and looks after himself both physically and emotionally but enjoys treating himself and others. Enjoys going out but not in excess, more like once-a-week dinner or drinks after work. Responsible, in a sense predictable but in the way all people are. He isn’t boring but if you know him well enough, you’ll know what his limits and preferences are though he doesn’t always show it. Easy going and relaxed, goes with the flow but a leader at heart and when he lifts his voice people listen.
TASTING NOTES
The colour is deep purple. On the nose you get prominent notes of ripe cherries, blueberries and espresso. The mid-palate is juicy with intense flavours of plums, pomegranate, berries and dark chocolate.
Food Pairing
Very versatile with food. This Cabernet goes well with braai meats, steak, meaty pasta, smoked chicken, and pork.
AGING POTENTIAL
5 Years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
A young, quirky, confident young guy. He’s quiet and relaxed, calm and self-assured. The type of young, mature guy who loves sharing a glass of wine with his dad as much as he does his friends. He’s wel rounded and intelligent, able to talk about politics and news as easily as he talks about sports and pop culture. As much as he enjoys intelli-gent stimulating conversation, he loves talking nonsense and just enjoying a good Friday braai with friends. He’s a passionate guy, surprising new friends with loud outbursts of cheer when watching rugby or doing something he loves. Though he is passionate he doesn’t take himself to seriously and can laugh at himself when he gets worked up. He’s a homebody who enjoys occasionally going out with friends.
Tasting notes
The colour is deep red. On the nose you get prominent notes of ripe cherries and chocolate. The mid-palate is chunky with intense flavours of cherries, plums, bitter espresso and a pleasant dry finish of black pepper and dark chocolate.
food pairing
Very versatile with food. This merlot goes well with braai meats, steak, meaty pastas, smoked chicken and pork. chicken dishes.
aging potential
5 Years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
An old, wise man with a lifetime of experience and stories. He has a pretty predictable, routine life but he has earned a quite life. He goes hunting every year at the same place with the same people and shares the same old stories every time. He enjoys what he knows and is weary to try what he doesn't. Having tried much of everything else he knows what he likes and sticks to it. Sits in his leather chair, smoking his pipe and watching the same old cowboy movies every evening. He enjoys reminiscing about the years past, retelling stories of his youth and adventures throughout his life. A gentleman, a father, a husband, a grandfather, a life well lived.
tasting notes
The colour is deep red. On the nose you get nuances of plum, violets, cloves and tobacco. The mid-palate is juicy with prominent flavours of black cherries and dark chocolate and a long finish of red berries and espresso.
Food Pairing
Very versatile with food. Very versatile with food. This Shiraz goes well with braai meats, steak, meaty pastas, smoked chicken, pork and of course Biltong.
Aging Potential
5 Years
TASTING NOTES
A well known close friend you call when you need encouragement or enthusiasm. Someone who is refreshing, always bringing light into a conversation. Easy going and up for anything, loves the outdoors and adventure. Active and always exploring nature and all it has to offer but also needs a me-day once in a while. Though she prefers daytime adventures she can party along at night, dancing and singing along to all her favourite songs. She flourishes in smaller groups but isn’t scared of bigger groups. Eager to celebrate or wind down with you.
Tasting notes
The colour is a pale yellow with a slight green tinge. On the nose you get prominent notes of grapefruit, Passion fruit and Lemon peel. Light mouthfeel with flavours of grape-fruit, pineapple and limes and a crisp, dry finish.
Food pairing
Enjoy it with light roasted chicken dishes, seafood or summer salads.
Aging Potential
2 Years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
This is the fun-loving, adventurous and at times loud younger friend Bursting into a conversation, always ready to laugh or share a story. She flourishes in larger groups, entertaining as she goes, yet able to settle down and enjoy a more intimate setting when needed. Able to adapt to almost anything or anyone, she is sweet, simple and real. Always keen for the rugby game, hyping everyone up but also needs a lazy movie day once in a while. Easy to talk to, welcoming and eager to meet you.
tasting notes
The colour is a light pink. On the nose you get litchi, rose petals, and candy floss. A light mouthfeel with flavours of litchi, strawberries and Turkish delight.
Food Pairing
Enjoy it with curry dishes or on its own.
Aging Potential
3 Years
TASTING NOTES
This is the older sister, the mature friend, the confident partner. Self-assured and steadfast, she gently enters into a conversation and subtly contributes. She enhances and builds on what is already there, joining the conversation instead of creating her own. When comfort and comfort-able silence is needed she is ready to just be. Although she is subtle and calm she enjoys fun, able to sing and dance along. Though she doesn’t seek attention she doesn’t avoid it either, able to stand her own and raise her voice when needed. Able to answer when called upon yet sit in the background when necessary.
Tasting notes
The colour is pale yellow. On the nose you get a combina-tion of fruits like melon, mango, peach, pineapple and passionfruit with butterscotch, crème brulee and a distinct note of Vanilla. On the palate you get peaches a touch of zesty lime and a pleasant lingering flavour of Vanilla to finish off with.
FOOD PAIRING
With friends to see if they can recognize the Vanilla flavour. Bacon and papaya salad, seafood dishes, lemon and herb chicken dishes.
aging potential
3 Years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
Hardship hones depth. Looking out onto the peaks of the Langeberg Mountains these vines are anchored in almost solid bedrock. Roots dig down into the cracks of petrified terroir in search of moisture and nutrients, a struggle resulting in small grape bunches with tiny, dark berries. From these berries, grown and matured in the harshest of soils a rich, silky wine flows.
TASTING NOTES
A Black-Red colour. The nose expresses aromas of Cherry tobacco, dried berries, plums, leather, cigar box and black pepper. On the palate you will experience flavours of cranberries, coriander, dark chocolate and bitter expresso.
Food Pairing
Biltong, lamb shank, oxtail, chilly, chocolate, steak.
AGING POTENTIAL
10 years.
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
Today is rare and precious. For years, the wine has waited for this, to be uncorked and to breath its fragrances into the glass, to captivate its audience, to help write memories. This wine was created to bring people together and make these moments memorable and lasting. May this wine help you to remember today and carry these memories as collectibles.
TASTING NOTES
A deep purple colour. On the nose you get an intense mixture of berries and pepper. The palate reveals Blue- and Blackberries, pomegranate and white pepper with a long smokey finish.
Food Pairing
Rosemary lamb chops, leg of lamb or mature fillet.
AGING POTENTIAL
You can keep this wine for 10 years.
Today is rare and precious. For years, the wine has waited for this, to be uncorked and to breath its fragrances into the glass, to captivate its audience, to help write memories. This wine was created to bring people together and make these moments memorable and lasting. May this wine help you to remember today and carry these memories as collectibles.
A light golden colour. On the nose you get an intense mixture of dried mango, ripe white pear and ginger. The palate reveals bright flavours of ripe lemons and dried mango with a chalky finish.
Thai food, lemon and olive oil infused fish and most other seafood dishes.
You can keep this wine for 10 years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
Today is rare and precious. For years, the wine has waited for this, to be uncorked and to breath its fragrances into the glass, to captivate its audience, to help write memories. This wine was created to bring people together and make these moments memorable and lasting. May this wine help you to remember today and carry these memories as collectibles.
TASTING NOTES
A deep red colour. On the nose you get an intense mixture of spice, cured meats and tobacco. The palate reveals plums, glazed gammon and black pepper with a long smokey finish and a silky mouthfeel.
Food Pairing
Pork neck steaks, leg of lamb or mature fillet.
AGING POTENTIAL
You can keep this wine for 10 years.
Who is she
SHE is refreshing.
SHE is subtle.
SHE is elegant.
SHE is beautiful.
Now SHE joins this family of wine brands and, although so subtle, SHE makes her presence known from the outset. SHE is a dry rosé of Chardonnay and Pinot noir and speaks of subtleness and sophistication. The rose-gold bottle-printed design of SHE is subtle and minimalist. The back text simply states, “SHE IS WORTH FAR MORE.”
On the nose there are subtle hints of fresh rose petals, jasmine and the first touch of spring. The taste reveals strawberries, watermelon and pink lady apples. The body is elegant and the taste delicate and deliciously dry.
More about her
SHE can make time stand still while SHE tells you stories of sunsets and leisurely walks through rose gardens. SHE loves delicate food. SHE smells like peaches and cream. SHE brings together. SHE celebrates life.
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
Planted in 1926, these bush vines are frail but still offer their crop every year. A blend of Red Muscadel and Muscat du Hambourg is made from ancient vines. This is the only vineyard in South Africa to be declared a Conservation Worthy Prop-erty by the Board of National Monuments. The picture on the label is that of my great-grandfa-ther, the founder of Weltevrede.
Tasting notes
Red brick colour. Rich aromas of ripe cherries and raisins on the nose and on the palate with a hint of dates on the finish. Fortified and full sweet.
food pairing
Cheese board, venison pie and any desert with flavors of chocolate or dark berries.
aging potential
10 Years
TASTING NOTES
The Personality
This must be the only wine in the world named after a person who never drank a drop of wine. Ouma se Wyn is named after my grandmother, the daughter-in-law of my great-grandfather who founded Weltevrede in 1912. Experience handed down from generation to generation is used to craft this wine in the way it was done in the old days. The picture on the label is that of my grandmother.
TASTING NOTES
Bright golden colour. Fragrances of citrus blossoms, litchis and honey. Honey and citrus are predominant on the palate. It is full sweet but finishes with a beautiful elegance.
Food Pairing
Patés, orange chocolate fruit tarts, and any other citrus-based deserts. Try as a welcome drink on crushed ice, a wedge of lemon and ginger.
AGING POTENTIAL
10 Years