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Indalo

2008 Swartland Cabernet Sauvignon

Indalo Direct Indalo, a captivating Cabernet Sauvignon from the renowned Swartland region, showcases a beautiful deep red hue that invites exploration. This 2008 vintage offers a medium-bodied experience, perfectly balanced with a vibrant acidity that adds a refreshing quality to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious blackcurrant and ripe plum notes, complemented by subtle undertones of cedar and spice, which create a harmonious complexity. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing structure while remaining approachable. This wine is skillfully crafted to be dry, making it an excellent companion for a wide variety of dishes, further enhancing its food-friendly appeal. The Indalo Direct Indalo stands out as a splendid representation of the Swartland terroir, inviting enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike to indulge in its rich character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Ribeye, Grilled Meats, Lamb Chops

Region:


Swartland

Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.

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