Simonsig
Malan Cape Blend 2021
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 56% Pinotage, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot |
| Aging | 13 months in French and American oak barrels |
- Vintage and format: 2021, 0.75 litre bottle; 13.5% alcohol by volume
- Origin: still dry red wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa (Western Cape Province)
- Cape Blend grape variety: 56% Pinotage, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot
- Aged in wood: 17 months in French and American oak barrels
- Taste and pairings: intense fruit, velvety tannins; ideal with flavourful meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Simonsig Frans Malan Cape Blend is a still dry red produced in the prestigious Stellenbosch area. This blend skilfully combines Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in a profile with elegant structure and remarkable depth. On the palate, it offers dense fruit, supported by silky, well-ripened tannins, with intense notes of black berries and sweet plum. The long, persistent finish makes it a perfect companion for hearty meats, pork-based dishes and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes ripen in Stellenbosch, a highly prestigious area in South Africa's Western Cape. The wine is produced by Simonsig winery, a historic family-run estate deeply connected to the local wine-growing development. The label is a tribute to founder Frans Malan, whose vision continues to guide the estate's work. This deep adherence to its place of origin results in an authentic Cape Blend, able to precisely convey the region's complex oenological identity.
How it is produced
After rigorous selection in the vineyard, each variety undergoes separate vinification. The Pinotage macerates on the skins for six days, the Cabernet Sauvignon for twenty days, while the Merlot ferments for nine days. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in barrels of French and American oak for seventeen months. The prolonged stay in wood smooths the structure and enriches the bouquet with elegant notes of vanilla, cedar, tobacco and dark chocolate.
History and Curiosities
Simonsig Wine Estate is a family-run estate located in Stellenbosch, deeply connected to the South African winemaking tradition. The pioneer Frans Malan, renowned for creating the country's first Cap Classique Method, is honoured with this prestigious Cape Blend. His legacy lives on through subsequent generations in a wine that celebrates the region, skilfully blending local Pinotage with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This label embodies the dedication of the Malan family, offering connoisseurs an authentic and refined oenological masterpiece.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
These elements are intertwined in this family-owned farm, where the late Frans Malan produced the first bottle of our much-loved Kaapse Vonkel, South Africaʼs first Méthode Cap Classique made in the classic bottle-fermented style. He is also honoured for co-founding the thriving Stellenbosch Wine Route, a first in its time. Today, his legacy lives on through his sons, Francois and Johan, and grandchildren Francois-Jacques, Christelle and Michael, the 2nd and 3rd Malan generations at Simonsig Wine Estate. Read more
| Name | Simonsig Frans Malan Cape Blend 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 56% Pinotage, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Simonsig |
| Story | History and Curiosities Simonsig Wine Estate is a family-run estate located in Stellenbosch, deeply connected to the South African winemaking tradition. The pioneer Frans Malan, renowned for creating the country's first Cap Classique Method, is honoured with this prestigious Cape Blend. His legacy lives on through subsequent generations in a wine that celebrates the region, skilfully blending local Pinotage with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This label embodies the dedication of the Malan family, offering connoisseurs an authentic and refined oenological masterpiece. |
| Origin | Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Fermentation | 9 days |
| Production technique | Separate vinification of the grapes before blending; maceration on the skins; malolactic fermentation; ageing in French and American oak barrels |
| Wine making | The grapes are vinified separately before blending: the Pinotage macerates on the skins for 6 days before pressing; the Cabernet Sauvignon macerates on the skins for 20 days; the Merlot ferments for 9 days. Malolactic fermentation is carried out. |
| Aging | 13 months in French and American oak barrels |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |