Kaapzicht, "Bottelary Rooi", Stellenbosch, 2023

A beautifully structured and fresh red blend from Stellenbosch

• Blend of 35% Shiraz, 32% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 3% Malbec en 1% Petit Verdot.
• ph: 3.48
• Aged 18 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

Kaapzicht is a historic, family-owned winery in Stellenbosch’s Bottelary Hills, where the Steytler family has farmed for four generations since 1946. Meaning “Cape View,” the estate enjoys spectacular views towards Table Mountain and benefits from old, weathered granite soils and cooling sea breezes. Kaapzicht is particularly renowned for its expressive Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and Cape-style red blends.

Grown with meticulous care, the fruit is hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel using certified biodynamic yeasts to preserve pure varietal character and local terroir. Following a gentle press and full malolactic conversion, the wine matures for 16 to 18 months in a mix of 225L and 300L French and Hungarian oak barrels. A short rest in concrete tanks post-blending locks in freshness before bottling, resulting in a beautifully structured, cellar-worthy wine.