Pour this and the room gets a little more serious, in the best way. Deep, dark and full of itself, all blackcurrant and plum with a curl of vanilla on top. It's the Cab you want when there's a fire going and meat on the grill. Big enough to stand up to char, smooth enough that the glass empties faster than you planned.
Deep ruby in the glass, almost inky. The nose leads with blackcurrant and plum, then a hint of vanilla and cedar from the oak sitting underneath. On the palate it's rich and full, dark berries and cassis up front, a little cocoa and pepper-spice behind. The tannins are firm but friendly, the kind that grip just enough to make you want another sip. Finish is smooth and goes on a while.
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Guardian Peak is the more easygoing side of a serious wine family. It comes from the Engelbrechts of Rust en Vrede, a Stellenbosch estate dating to 1694 that built its name making world-class red wine. Jean Engelbrecht started Guardian Peak in 1998 with a simple idea: bottle that pedigree at a price you'd actually open on a Tuesday. It's named after the peak watching over Stellenbosch Mountain, looking down across the Helderberg valley where the grapes grow.
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- What is the price of Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl?
Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl is KSh 2,499 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl taste like?
Bold and full-bodied, with blackcurrant, plum and cassis up front, a touch of vanilla and cedar from oak, and a smooth lingering finish. Firm but approachable tannins.
- What is the ABV of Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon?
It's 14% ABV, which is typical for a ripe, warm-climate South African Cab.
- How do I serve it?
Serve at 16 to 18C in a large-bowled glass. Give it a swirl or decant it half an hour before drinking so the dark fruit can open up.
- What food pairs with Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon?
It loves red meat. Think nyama choma, steak, lamb stew, grilled boerewors, or aged hard cheese.
- Where is it from?
Stellenbosch, South Africa. It's made by the Engelbrecht family behind the historic Rust en Vrede estate.
- Is it dry or sweet?
It's a dry red. There's plenty of ripe dark fruit, but no real sweetness, just rich berry flavour and a savoury, oaky backbone.
Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl
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Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Guardian Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,499. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.