Picture juicy blackberries and plums, a gentle hit of sweetness, and basically zero of that mouth-drying grip that scares people off red wine. That's Kiss Me Now. It's a semi-sweet Cabernet Sauvignon from Moldova that goes down soft and friendly, the bottle you crack open when you want red wine but not a homework assignment. New to reds? This is your gateway. Already a fan? It's a low-effort crowd-pleaser for game night, a movie, or a plate of nyama choma. Say the word and we'll have it at your door, late hour or not.
Pour it and you get a wave of ripe dark fruit straight away. Think blackberry, plum, a little cherry, maybe a whisper of violet if you go looking. On the tongue it's smooth and gently sweet, fruit forward, with just enough acidity to keep it lively rather than syrupy. The tannins (that's the grippy, drying stuff in big reds) are dialled right down, so it feels round and soft instead of bitter. Easy company from first sip to last.
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Where it's from
This one comes from Asconi, a family winery in the village of Puhoi, just south of Moldova's capital Chisinau. Moldova flies under the radar but it's one of the oldest wine countries on earth, and Asconi has been at it since 1994, farming around 350 hectares of vines. They export to five continents, so your glass of Kiss Me Now has travelled a fair way to reach Nairobi. Cabernet Sauvignon is one of their signature grapes, and here they coax it into something soft and sweet rather than serious and structured.
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- What is the price of Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl?
Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl is KSh 1,899 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl taste like?
Soft, fruity and gently sweet. You get ripe blackberry, plum and a little cherry, with mellow tannins and light acidity, so it's smooth and easy rather than dry or heavy.
- What is the ABV of Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon?
It's 12% alcohol by volume, which sits comfortably in the easygoing range for a red wine.
- Is Kiss Me Now sweet or dry?
It's semi-sweet. There's a clear, pleasant sweetness, but it's balanced by fruit and acidity so it doesn't feel sugary or like a dessert wine.
- How should I serve it?
Lightly chilled, around 14 to 16°C. Pop it in the fridge for about half an hour before serving, then pour into a wine glass. No decanting needed.
- What food pairs with Kiss Me Now?
It loves grilled and roast meats like nyama choma and lamb, meaty pizza, spicy dishes, and cheese. It can even handle dark chocolate thanks to that touch of sweetness.
- Where is Kiss Me Now wine from?
It's made by Asconi, a family-run winery in the village of Puhoi in Moldova, one of the world's oldest winemaking countries.
Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl
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Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Kiss Me Now Cabernet Sauvignon 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,899. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.