Ntsiki Biyela

Aslina Umsasane Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.06 ratings

8.61 pro ratings

Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Hard Cheese, Blue Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Herbs, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Onion, Beans & Peas

Top Notes For

Andrew Holod

National Sales Grapes of Spain

8.6

Aslina Umsasane. Umsasane means Acacia tree and was Ntiski's grandmother's nickname.
This is a blend of Cab S, Cab F and Petit Verdot.
More closed in the nose. This may bloom with time in bottle. It is savory and dense. A good alternative to less fruit Cab such as those from Bordeaux.

Aug 22nd, 2022

Bart Bartlett

9.0

It drinks like a bold Bordeaux with a burst of dark fruit and an earthiness that gives way to a floral middle and a gritty, graphite finish. Great wine!

Feb 3rd, 2024