Seaward Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled beef ribeye, roasted leg of lamb with rosemary, or aged hard cheeses such as Cheddar.
✨ Technical Specifications
Spier's Seaward Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from selected vineyards within the Coastal Region of South Africa, primarily benefiting from the cooling influences of the Atlantic Ocean. This maritime microclimate slows ripening, allowing the grapes to develop concentrated flavors while retaining natural acidity. The wine is typically produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Following fermentation, it is aged in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barrels, usually for 12 to 18 months, to soften the tannins and add subtle oak complexity while preserving the primary dark fruit character.
🍾 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.