red2024 (representative vintage)$14–$34 est.

Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon

Stellenbosch Estate · Stellenbosch · South Africa

Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is an red wine from South Africa, in the Stellenbosch region (South Africa's Western Cape, in a valley around the historic university town of Stellenbosch, near Cape Town.), made principally from Cabernet Sauvignon. a house-style Stellenbosch cabernet sauvignon that showcases the grape in this region.

In character, this value tier delivers the classic cabernet sauvignon profile — blackcurrant, bell pepper, mint, graphite — with the structural stamp of Stellenbosch and a high-bodied presence. This profile reflects published sources, winery information and regional reference material, researched editorially rather than tasted blind.

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Profile at a Glance

Body
High
Acidity
High
Tannin
High
Sweetness
Low
ABV
13.5–14.5%
Finish
A classic Stellenbosch expression of cabernet sauvignon.

Aromas & Flavours

blackcurrantbell peppermintgraphiteoak
  • · blackcurrant
  • · cassis
  • · green pepper
  • · cedar
  • · tobacco

Food Pairing

  • · grilled steak
  • · roast beef
  • · lamb
  • · mature cheddar
  • · dark chocolate

Perfect Pairing Guides

Food guides featuring wines made from this grape.

Serving & Cellaring

Temperature
15–17 °C
Decanting
30–60 minutes
Cellaring
3–8 years

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Where to Buy

Indicative retail: $14–$34. Available through specialist wine retailers, importers and online merchants such as Total Wine, Wine.com and Vivino Marketplace. Prices are editorial estimates and vary by market.