Paris – Porte de Versailles

09–11 February 2026

Paris – Porte de Versailles

Darling Cellars "Classic" Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot

DARLING CELLARS

DARLING CELLARS

South Africa
4/4 F 185

Product description

THE STORY BEHIND THE LABEL

The idea behind the Classic Range is easy drinking fun wines which are rich in vibrant fruit, displays a little bit of complexity, but is never heavy, nor dull. Wines for all festive occasions.

IN THE VINEYARD

Terroir: Decomposed granite and Hutton soils in the area surrounding Darling Hills. Hot summers moderated by the cool Atlantic

Vineyard type:               Bush Vine, no irrigation

Yield: 6-8 t/ha

Balling at Harvest: 24-25°B 

WINEMAKING

Grapes carefully selected from specific sites to produce vibrant, elegant berry fruit flavours. 5-8 days fermentation at 20-30°C 

Maturation: Maturation in Stainless Steel tanks. Blended early for better integration of tannins

WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS

A fruit forward wine with an array of complex aromas which include candy floss, red cherries, cranberries and mulberries. This elegant fruity wine will be a perfect fit for all festive occasions.

FOOD RECOMMENDATION

Enjoy with venison pie or roasted chicken

Matchmaking Information

Free Tasting

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