{"product_id":"asara-bell-tower-2019","title":"Asara Bell Tower 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eLocated in the heart of Stellenbosch, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAsara Wine Estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e combines historic Cape winemaking roots with a modern, terroir-focused philosophy. The estate sits across varied elevations and decomposed granite soils, creating ideal conditions for Bordeaux varietals to ripen with concentration while retaining freshness and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eThe Bell Tower is the estate’s flagship red blend, named after the distinctive bell tower found on the property and reflected in the Asara emblem. Produced from carefully selected vineyard blocks, each varietal is vinified separately before maturation in French oak barrels for 18 months. Only the finest barrels are chosen for the final blend, resulting in a wine that reflects both Stellenbosch richness and classical restraint. Minimal cellar intervention allows the fruit and site to remain at the forefront of the wine’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eDeep ruby red with a dense core and a youthful garnet edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eAromas of cassis, blackberry and ripe plum lead the bouquet, followed by notes of cedar, cigar box, dark chocolate and dried herbs. Subtle vanilla and toasted oak add warmth and depth without dominating the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eFull-bodied and composed, with concentrated black fruit supported by firm but polished tannins. The blend shows layers of blackberry, mulberry and dark cherry alongside savoury graphite and spice notes. Fresh acidity keeps the wine focused and balanced, while the oak maturation contributes texture and complexity rather than sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eLong, smooth and persistent, finishing with lingering dark fruit, cedar spice and fine tannin grip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asara Wine Estate","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45518618689715,"sku":"RW1928BB36","price":495.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/AsaraBellTower2019.jpg?v=1779100248","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/asara-bell-tower-2019","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}