21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5 to 12 years from the vintage release, though high-quality vintages can age further under optimal cellar conditions.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted or grilled red meats, slow-cooked lamb shanks, and hard, aged cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
The Spier 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium red wine sourced from the Coastal Region of South Africa, primarily utilizing fruit from Stellenbosch. This wine is typically produced as a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The terroir is characterized by decomposed granite soils and a maritime climate, which contributes to structured tannins and concentrated fruit profiles. Standard production involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, typically for 18 to 24 months, with a portion of new oak to impart structure and complexity.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1692 in Stellenbosch, Spier is one of South Africa's oldest and most historically significant wine farms, celebrated for its Cape Dutch architectural heritage boasting twenty-one historic gables. Acquired and revitalized in the 1990s by the Enthoven family, the estate has evolved into a global leader in regenerative agriculture, ethical sustainability, and community-centered viticulture. Sourcing fruit from prime terroirs across Stellenbosch and the greater Coastal Region, Spier crafts a versatile portfolio ranging from vibrant, everyday varietals to complex, award-winning cuvées. The estate is particularly renowned for its acclaimed '21 Gables' single-varietal expressions of Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, and Cabernet Sauvignon, alongside its innovative, terroir-driven 'Creative Block' blends.