Eikendal Classique 2021
- Eikendal
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon - blend
- John Platter: 4.5 Stars / 93 Points
- Tim Atkin 2023: 93 Points
- Veritas Awards 2025: Silver
€26.80*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Information about "Eikendal Classique 2021"
Eikendal Classique stands as the flagship wine of Eikendal Vineyards, reflecting the esteemed tradition of the Stellenbosch estate. Primarily based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this exquisite blend includes Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, contributing to its delightful complexity. The fragrance bursts with intense blue and black fruit aromas, intertwined with subtle spices and a characteristic earthy, mineral quality. On the palate, it is robust, yet offers a silky tannin structure and remarkable freshness.
Classique encapsulates the essence of Eikendal—an archetypal, yet nuanced red wine with remarkable longevity. The wine expresses years of meticulous care and a deep commitment to excellence. Perfect for special moments, decanting is highly advisable to reveal its full potential and ensure a memorable tasting experience.
Each grape variety was harvested and vinified separately. The grapes underwent a prolonged and gentle cold soak prior to fermentation, conducted in small stainless steel tanks. Post-fermentation, the varieties matured individually in French 300-liter oak barrels for 12 months, before being carefully blended and aged in French barriques (20% new wood) for an additional six months. After bottling, the wine continued to age for another 18 months before release.
| Main grape varietal: | Cabernet Sauvignon |
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| Wine region: | Stellenbosch |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| ratings: | John Platter 4.5 Sterne, Veritas Silber (85 - 89 Punkte), Tim Atkin 93/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | blend |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2021 |
| wine style: | dry |
| wine type: | red wine |
- John Platter: 4.5 Stars / 93 Points
- Tim Atkin 2023: 93 Points
- Veritas Awards 2025: Silver
- 2020 Vintage - John Platter: 4.5 Stars
- 2020 Vintage - Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Points
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
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| Distributor | Curry Premium Wines oHG, D-86938 Schondorf |
| Recommended dishes | Steak, Hartkäse, Schweinebraten, Côte de Boeuf |
| Grape varietals | 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 12% Petit Verdot, 8% Cabernet Franc |
| Serving temperature [°C] | 18 °C |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2032 |
| Winemaker | Nico Grobler, Christo Hanse, Maryke Botha |
| Nutrition allergens | enthält Sulfite |
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| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 14.28 |
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| Residual sugar [g/l] | 2 |
| pH-value | 3.57 |
| Acid content [g/l] | 6.3 |