Apeloko
Western Cape, South Africa
Skillfully balanced fruit and oak from Double Gold Medal-winning Apeloko
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Apeloko
Grenache
Apeloko presents a juicy new release from the Western Cape. Our 2020 Grenache is balanced and bright, offering layers of savory characteristics intermingled with rich fruit flavor. When this popular European grape was first introduced to the Western Cape, it was used primarily in blends due to its high yields and inherent fruitiness. As local winemakers began to recognize this historic grape’s potential in South Africa’s diverse soils and abundant sunshine, they started producing single-varietal Grenache, and the trend caught on. Today, the Western Cape is home to some of the New World’s best old vine Grenache. The wine in this bottle is born from a rich winemaking history and the dedication of South Africa’s modern-day winemakers. It is best enjoyed while unwinding after a long day with a glass in one hand and a book in the other. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn m ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Apeloko
Grenache
Apeloko presents a juicy new release from the Western Cape. Our 2020 Grenache is balanced and bright, offering layers of savory characteristics intermingled with rich fruit flavor. When this popular European grape was first introduced to the Western Cape, it was used primarily in blends due to its high yields and inherent fruitiness. As local winemakers began to recognize this historic grape’s potential in South Africa’s diverse soils and abundant sunshine, they started producing single-varietal Grenache, and the trend caught on. Today, the Western Cape is home to some of the New World’s best old vine Grenache. The wine in this bottle is born from a rich winemaking history and the dedication of South Africa’s modern-day winemakers. It is best enjoyed while unwinding after a long day with a glass in one hand and a book in the other. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn m ...
WINE REGION:
Western Cape
The majority of South Africa's best wines are produced in the southwest coastal zones around Cape Town, known collectively as the Western Cape. Sandwiched between the country's majestic mountains and its cooling ocean coasts (the Atlantic to the west of the Cape of Good Hope, the Indian Ocean to its east), the Western Cape offers a wealth of winemaking riches. Regions here include the Breede River Valley, Cape South Coast, Coastal Region, Klein Karoo and Olifants River.
WINE REGION
Western Cape
The majority of South Africa's best wines are produced in the southwest coastal zones around Cape Town, known collectively as the Western Cape. Sandwiched between the country's majestic mountains and its cooling ocean coasts (the Atlantic to the west of the Cape of Good Hope, the Indian Ocean to its east), the Western Cape offers a wealth of winemaking riches. Regions here include the Breede River Valley, Cape South Coast, Coastal Region, Klein Karoo and Olifants River.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Wild Game, Herb Rubbed Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Wild Game, Herb Rubbed Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Wild Game, Herb Rubbed Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
Pairs well with…
Wild Game, Herb Rubbed Chicken, Roasted Vegetables
TASTING NOTES:
Oak
Cranberry
Cherry
Our Grenache opens with a savory aromatic profile featuring herbaceous, fynbos aromas and oak. Fruit is shy on the nose, but not on the palate. Each sip offers bright acidity up front that fades to reveal light tannins supporting ripe cranberry and rich, chocolate-covered cherry flavors.
TASTING NOTES
Oak
Cranberry
Cherry
Our Grenache opens with a savory aromatic profile featuring herbaceous, fynbos aromas and oak. Fruit is shy on the nose, but not on the palate. Each sip offers bright acidity up front that fades to reveal light tannins supporting ripe cranberry and rich, chocolate-covered cherry flavors.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Apeloko
Winemakers are lifelong students. Just like “apeloko”: the man who stays late at the farm, our winemakers have long days and nights combining hard work during harvest and technical skill while blending to make the complicated look easy. Apeloko is the epitome of the reward achieved through hard work, tenacity, and skill.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Apeloko
Winemakers are lifelong students. Just like “apeloko”: the man who stays late at the farm, our winemakers have long days and nights combining hard work during harvest and technical skill while blending to make the complicated look easy. Apeloko is the epitome of the reward achieved through hard work, tenacity, and skill.