Pour this when dinner needs a wingman with shoulders. It's a Stellenbosch double act: Cabernet brings the dark, brooding blackberry, Shiraz throws in pepper and a little swagger. Full-bodied, ripe, with a finish that hangs around like the good company at a late nyama choma. Got a craving at 11pm? We'll have it at your door before the playlist runs out.
Stick your nose in and you get ripe blackberry and dark cherry first, then a little twist of white pepper and gentle spice underneath. On the palate it's full and generous, all that black fruit rolling through with a touch of warm spice and a whisper of smoky oak. The tannins are smooth, not grippy, the acidity keeps it lively, and at 14% there's real heat and length on the finish. Powerful but easy to love.
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Where it's from
This comes off Simonsig, a Stellenbosch estate run by the Malan family, who've farmed these slopes for generations. They're proper South African wine royalty: back in 1971, Frans Malan made the country's very first bottle-fermented bubbly, Kaapse Vonkel, and helped start the Stellenbosch Wine Route too. So while this is an easygoing red blend, it's made by people who've been quietly shaping South African wine for over fifty years.
Good to know
- What is the price of Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl?
Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl is KSh 2,349 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl taste like?
Ripe blackberry and dark cherry with a flick of white pepper and warm spice. It's full-bodied with smooth tannins, fresh acidity and a long, lingering finish.
- What is the ABV of Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz?
It's 14% ABV, so a proper full-strength red. Sip it with food and it carries beautifully.
- How do I serve it?
Lightly cool, around 16 to 18C, in a big-bowled glass. Open it 20 to 30 minutes before dinner to let the fruit and tannins relax.
- What pairs with Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz?
Anything off the grill loves it: nyama choma, peppered steak, lamb stew, or a board of aged hard cheeses.
- Where is it from?
Stellenbosch, South Africa, from the Simonsig Wine Estate run by the Malan family, pioneers of South African Cap Classique sparkling wine.
- Is it a blend or a single grape?
It's a blend of two grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Cab brings structure and dark fruit, the Shiraz adds pepper and spice.
Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl
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Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Simonsig Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,349. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.