Darling Cellars Reserve Bushvine Cab Sauv 2023
Cabernet Sauvignon
Description
Located just inland from South Africa’s West Coast, Darling Cellars is known for wines that reflect the cool maritime climate of the Darling wine region. The vineyards sit within reach of the cold Atlantic Ocean, where steady sea breezes and morning fog moderate the summer heat and allow grapes to ripen slowly while retaining freshness.
The Darling Cellars Reserve Bushvine Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 forms part of the estate’s Reserve range - wines designed to showcase varietal character and the distinctive terroir of the region. Bushvine vineyards, with their low-yielding growth habit, produce concentrated fruit that translates into depth and structure in the glass.
Winemaking focuses on preserving fruit expression while building texture and complexity. The result is a Cabernet Sauvignon that balances classic dark fruit character with subtle oak influence and firm yet approachable tannins - a style that reflects both modern South African winemaking and the naturally expressive Darling terroir.
Colour:
Deep ruby red with a dark core and youthful brightness at the rim.
Nose:
Aromatic notes of blackcurrant, ripe blackberries and red berries lead the bouquet, supported by hints of cocoa, tobacco leaf and a touch of vanilla.
Palate:
Medium- to full-bodied with structured but fine tannins. Layers of black fruit, cassis and plum unfold across the palate, complemented by subtle chocolate and spice notes. The texture is smooth yet firm enough to give the wine shape and ageing potential.
Finish:
Long and gently savoury, with lingering dark berry fruit and soft oak spice.
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Darling Cellars Reserve Bushvine Cab Sauv 2023
- Food Pairing : The structure and dark fruit profile of Darling Cellars Reserve Bushvine Cab Sauv 2023 make it a natural companion for flavourful, hearty dishes. It pairs particularly well with grilled beef sirloin, lamb chops from the braai, or slow-cooked beef stew, where the wine’s tannins help cut through richness while the black fruit complements the savoury depth of the meat. It also works nicely with mushroom-based dishes such as mushroom risotto or grilled portobello burgers, where the wine’s subtle earthy and cocoa notes echo the umami character of the food.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 5–7 years from vintage under proper storage conditions.
- Vintage: 2023
- Manufacturer: Darling Cellars
- Region: Darling
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 3 Stars
- Sugar Content: 3.4g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
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We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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