Delaire Graff Estate

Reserve Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon

9.317 ratings
8.91 pro ratings
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

8.9

Last of the reds in our South African blind tasting. First reserve wine we have tried from Delaire Graff, interested in trying some more of their wines. Deep ruby core with garnet edges. Herbal notes on the nose with some cherries. Solid acidity and medium tannins (6/10). Medium bodied with some nice complexity on the palate. Notes of cherries, blackberries, cassis, spices, mint, herbal and earthiness. Dry with a medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2020.

Last of the reds in our South African blind tasting. First reserve wine we have tried from Delaire Graff, interested in trying some more of their wines. Deep ruby core with garnet edges. Herbal notes on the nose with some cherries. Solid acidity and medium tannins (6/10). Medium bodied with some nice complexity on the palate. Notes of cherries, blackberries, cassis, spices, mint, herbal and earthiness. Dry with a medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2020.

Dec 2nd, 2017
Jonathan Drummond

Reserve Cab Sav. Their “Prince” of the cabs…. Mildly sweet overtone.

Reserve Cab Sav. Their “Prince” of the cabs…. Mildly sweet overtone.

Jul 17th, 2023
Janet

Smooth and delicious! Enjoyed at Graff Estate Vinyards in Cape Town’s Winelands. Brian ordered this with lunch. Would be good with food or on its own! Really perfect

Smooth and delicious! Enjoyed at Graff Estate Vinyards in Cape Town’s Winelands. Brian ordered this with lunch. Would be good with food or on its own! Really perfect

May 24th, 2023
John W
8.8

Deep ruby coloration. On the nose, herbs, florals, berry, blackberry, cassis and espresso. On the palate, cherry, currant, red berry, blackberry, florals, herbs, some coffee with rather high acidity and shorter finish.

Deep ruby coloration. On the nose, herbs, florals, berry, blackberry, cassis and espresso. On the palate, cherry, currant, red berry, blackberry, florals, herbs, some coffee with rather high acidity and shorter finish.

Aug 7th, 2021
Stanislav Lobanov

17.5/20 (93/100) Сладковатый, ванильный аромат с нотами чёрной смородины, черники и чернослива. Тельное с высокой кислотностью и интенсивными, вязкими, но мягкими танинами. Ягодно-шоколадное во вкусе. Выраженно новосветский, отлично сделанный каберне. #capewine2018

17.5/20 (93/100) Сладковатый, ванильный аромат с нотами чёрной смородины, черники и чернослива. Тельное с высокой кислотностью и интенсивными, вязкими, но мягкими танинами. Ягодно-шоколадное во вкусе. Выраженно новосветский, отлично сделанный каберне. #capewine2018

Nov 2nd, 2018
Adam

Still a young wine, but promising, give it another 5-10 years!

Still a young wine, but promising, give it another 5-10 years!

Aug 20th, 2017
Megan

Wonderful rich blackcurrant flavour, spicy. Keep for 10-15 years

Wonderful rich blackcurrant flavour, spicy. Keep for 10-15 years

Jan 8th, 2017
Conor Casey

Fantastic!

Fantastic!

Oct 11th, 2016
Ray S
9.1

What the? Completely unexpected treat that went great with our steak.

What the? Completely unexpected treat that went great with our steak.

Sep 30th, 2014
Sanjay Singh

Sanjay had this a year ago

Sanjay had this a year ago

Jul 1st, 2023