{"product_id":"neethlingshof-caracal-bordeaux-blend-2021-diners","title":"Neethlingshof Caracal Bordeaux Blend 2021 (Diners)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eNeethlingshof Estate sits along the Polkadraai Hills outside Stellenbosch, where vineyards benefit from cooling sea breezes drifting inland from False Bay. These maritime influences slow ripening and help maintain freshness in Bordeaux varieties, allowing the grapes to develop depth and balance in the warm Stellenbosch climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eFounded in 1692, Neethlingshof is one of the Cape’s historic wine estates. Today the farm combines traditional winemaking with a strong focus on biodiversity and conservation. The Caracal forms part of the estate’s “Short Story Collection”, wines that celebrate the wildlife returning to the farm’s natural areas - in this case the elusive caracal that now inhabits the surrounding hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eFruit for the blend is sourced from selected vineyard blocks and harvested by hand. The different components are fermented separately and matured in French oak barrels for around fourteen months before the final blend is assembled, allowing each variety to contribute its own structure, aroma and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eDeep ruby with dark, intense colour and youthful brightness in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eAromatic layers of black cherry, plum and blackcurrant lead the bouquet, supported by hints of cedar, graphite and subtle white pepper with touches of leather and cigar box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eFull-bodied yet refined, showing flavours of blackberry, plum and dark cherry framed by firm but polished tannins. The Cabernet-driven core brings structure, while Merlot and Malbec contribute roundness and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eLong and structured with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice and a gentle oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neethlingshof Estate","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45221660065971,"sku":"RW2128BB44","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/NeethlingshofCaracalBordeauxBlend2021_Diners.jpg?v=1768465509","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/neethlingshof-caracal-bordeaux-blend-2021-diners","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}