Ernie Els Signature

Perhaps the most serious Ernie Els Signature yet, the 2014 is a brooding, powerful Bordeaux-style blend produced from prime vineyards in the Helderberg appellation of Stellenbosch. Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, the purple edge and pitch black core immediately point to its unwavering nature and shadowy depth. Time in the glass uncovers notes of candied orange, cardamom, clove and black olives, leading to an intense palate that shines with graphite and cassis. It has a towering structure built on a foundation of crunchy tannins and pure fruit, all solidified by fine yet spicy oak. Long and rewarding, it finally ends with a touch of salted liquorice. This is best cellared for 5 to 10 years to allow the heady tannins to integrate further.

Country: South Africa
Region: Coastal Region
Subregion: Stellenbosch
Vintage: 2014/15
Colour: Red
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
ABV: 14.5%
Bottle Size: 75cl
Closure: Natural cork
Style: Bordeaux meets the Cape
Drink With: Ribeye steak, rare

All fruit was sourced from the Ernie Els Wines property and each variety was separately managed to create unique and varied flavour profiles for this classic, Medoc-style Bordeaux blend. Ernie Els Signature was aged for 20 months in 300 litre French oak barrels, 70% of which were new.