Nicolas
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–10 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, venison stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Boschendal's 'Nicolas' is a distinguished red blend named in honor of Nicolas de Lanoy, an influential early pioneer who, alongside his wife Sara de Villiers, helped lay the foundations of the historic estate in the late 17th century. This wine is crafted to showcase the synergy between classic noble varieties, combining the spicy intrigue of Shiraz with the structured elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties. Sourced from prime vineyards across the Western Cape, the grapes are meticulously selected and aged in French oak barrels to develop complexity, resulting in a wine characterized by rich red forest fruit, savory spice, and polished, age-worthy tannins.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1685 by French Huguenot Jean le Long, Boschendal is one of South Africa's oldest and most prestigious wine estates, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Groot Drakenstein and Simonsberg mountains between Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Steeped in Cape Dutch architectural heritage, the estate champions regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainable vineyard management across diverse soils and microclimates. Renowned for pioneering Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines alongside its celebrated 1685 range, Boschendal excels in crafting crisp Sauvignon Blancs, layered Chardonnays, and elegant, structure-driven reds such as Shiraz and Cabernet blends. Each bottling captures the vibrant terroir and historical depth of the Western Cape with balance, sophistication, and timeless longevity.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
14-14.5%