Picture a glass of red that hits like ripe raspberries and dark berries, then leaves a little flick of white-pepper spice on the way out. That's 7even Rood. The tannins are soft and easygoing, so it goes down smooth without any chewy, mouth-drying drama. It's a Shiraz-led crowd-pleaser, perfect for a nyama choma night when the meat's off the grill and the playlist's good. Pour it, and it just works.
First sniff is all raspberry and dark berry, with a curl of white pepper and a whisper of cedar from the oak. On the palate it's juicy and generous: red and dark fruit up front, a touch of chocolate underneath, and a gentle savoury edge that keeps it grown-up. Medium-bodied, so it's got presence without weighing you down. The tannins are soft and pliable, the finish is dry and clean. Smart, friendly, no fuss.
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Where it's from
This comes from Zevenwacht, a wine estate on the Stellenbosch wine route in South Africa with roots going back around 300 years. The name leans on the number seven (zeven is Dutch for seven), and 7even Rood is their Rhone-inspired red, built mostly from Shiraz with a little Grenache and a splash of Zinfandel. They mature it in seasoned 500-litre French oak barrels, the gentle kind that adds shape without slapping you with toasty oak. The whole idea here was ripe fruit and soft tannins, and they nailed the brief.
Quick questions
- What is the price of Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl?
Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl is KSh 2,089 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl taste like?
Juicy raspberry and dark berry with a flick of white pepper, a hint of chocolate and cedar, and soft, easygoing tannins. It's medium-bodied and dry with a clean finish.
- What is the ABV of Zevenwacht 7even Rood?
It's 14.5% alcohol, in a standard 750ml (75cl) bottle.
- What grapes is it made from?
It's a Rhone-style red blend led by Shiraz (Syrah), with Grenache and a splash of Zinfandel. Shiraz does most of the talking.
- How should I serve it?
Serve it slightly cool, around 16 to 18 degrees, in a big red wine glass. Twenty minutes in the fridge first if your room is warm.
- What food pairs with it?
Anything off the grill loves it: lamb chops, sticky pork ribs, nyama choma. It's also great with mushroom risotto or seared tuna.
- Is Zevenwacht 7even Rood sweet or dry?
It's dry. There's plenty of ripe fruit so it tastes generous, but there's no sweetness on the finish.
Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl
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Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Zevenwacht 7even Rood 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 2,089. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.