I've always liked South African wines and last nights bottle did not disappoint. Nederburg Wines is from Paarls, South Africa, and has been producing wine since 1791. My girlfriend and I enjoyed the Cabernet Sauvignon over interesting conversation that included the merits (or lack thereof) of mother-in-laws and planning a girls night in. The girls night will enable me to sample more wine. See, there is a definite method to my madness! The Nederburg bottle self describes itself as "a burst of ripe fruit complemented by delicate oak spice flavours". It is a combination of wild berries, chocolate, mocha and "a waft of vanilla". It has a lovely rich flavour and I think it would go nicely with a good beef stew. As it was only one of two bottles left in my wine rack, from a previous purchase, I don't recall what I spent on the bottle, but I'd estimate that it was around $15. My wine rack, a beautiful xmas gift from my mother, holds 23 bottles of wine. I am looking forward to filling the rack bottles to begin my official tasting.
I cannot leave this post without commenting on the weather. SNOW DAY! An unexpected Arctic front has set Victoria on its ear. It's mid-afternoon and it's been snowing all day, with more to come. I am happy that I have my brand new snow tires on and they worked fabulously when I went out this morning. Now, as much as I love my red wine, I'm sorry to say that a SNOW DAY just cries out for coffee and Baileys or a delicious Polar Bear (hot chocolate/peppermint schnapps) so that's what I shall enjoy today. :-)
Cheers!
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