Journey's EndThe Pastors Blend Cabernet Merlot 2020

Product code: 11964
£13.15 inc VAT
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Leon Esterhuizen
Grape
Grape: Merlot Blend
Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc
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Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Leon Esterhuizen
Grape
Grape: Merlot Blend
Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc

Product Notes

Journey’s End The Pastors Blend Cabernet Merlot is a splendid fusion of dark, ripe berries with subtle hints of chocolate. This South African wine delivers an enticing bouquet of cassis and ripe, red fruits, underscored by savoury notes and smoky oak undertones. On the palate, it's beautifully balanced, boasting well-integrated tannins and a smooth, lasting finish, with a Bidvest twist. This Cabernet Merlot blend is a delightful treat for those seeking a sophisticated indulgence – a testament to the winemaker's craftsmanship. Savour this charming wine with a hearty dish for a quintessential dinner experience. It's the quintessence of elegance in a bottle.

Tasting Notes

A well-judged partnership of the classic Bordeaux varieties, resulting in an elegant, harmonious wine for earlier drinking rather than long cellaring. Juicy plums and brambleberries, a savoury spice dusting from the oak, some dried herbs, giving it versatility for a range of food dishes.

About the Winery

Journey's End

Set in the idyllic locale of Stellenbosch, South Africa, Journey's End winery is more than just a wine establishment - it's a remarkable paradise for wine enthusiasts. With an unerring dedication to producing outstanding wines, it has decorated its name in the world of viticulture.

Nestled amidst scenic views of the False Bay, Journey's End sits at the mountaintop on the Schapenberg hills, boasting 120 hectares of vineyards. The winery's vista point affords visitors a picturesque view of the flourishing vines that varnish the rolling hillside.

Renowned for their commitment to sustainable, quality viticulture, the wines made at Journey's End capture the nuanced intricacies of the terroir whilst offering exceptional depth and complexity. The passionate, highly skilled team, led by winemaker Leon Esterhuizen, utilises the latest technologies and time-honoured methods to craft wines that strike the perfect balance between modern flare and traditional values.

The Wine Range from Journey’s End includes the Huntsman, Pastor's Blend, and the single vineyard series. Each wine is a testament to the harmony of science, nature, and human intervention. Notably, their Chardonnay, with its inviting tropical notes and a mineral undertone, is well-praised by wine lovers and connoisseurs alike.

Taking a wine tasting tour at Journey's End offers more than just a sensory experience of sipping fine wines; it is a journey into the world of viticulture. From vineyard tours and barrel tastings to an exclusive interaction with the winemaker, each activity is designed to unveil the art of winemaking.

For over two decades, Journey's End winery has been a destination of choice for wine lovers in search of locally made, unique wines that epitomise superior quality and craftsmanship; It's a wine experience worth savouring.

https://www.journeysend.co.za

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