Pat's Garden Reserve

Stellenbosch Merlot 68%, Cabernet Franc 15%, Cabernet Sauvignon 14%, Petit Verdot 3%

Ken Forrester's Pat's Garden Reserve is a harmonious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, showcasing a rich red color that captures the essence of Stellenbosch. This wine offers a medium-full body, bright acidity that awakens the palate, a prominent fruit intensity that delights the senses, structured tannins that add depth, and a dry finish that lingers elegantly. The carefully selected grape varieties come together to create a complex and well-balanced wine that truly embodies the terroir of Stellenbosch.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Dark Chocolate

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Duck Confit, Roasted Lamb

Region:

Coastal Region

Covering most of the Western Cape, the Coastal Region is the beating heart of South Africa's wine industry. Cooled by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and sheltered by mountains to the south and east, the region enjoys perfect conditions for grapevines to thrive. This is where you will find the world-famous sub-regions of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. Wines labeled as Coastal Region are likely to be made from grapes sourced from a few different sub-zones, taking advantage of a wide range of mesoclimates and soil types. Look out for South Africa's flagship grapes: rounded Chenin Blanc, bold, figgy Pinotage and international grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Shiraz too.

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