{"product_id":"babylonstoren-babel-red-blend-red-wine-75cl-664427","title":"Babylonstoren Babel Red Blend Red Wine 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dry, full-bodied South African red blend offers a balanced fusion of black fruit and a savoury edge of cigar. Our winemakers have aged each component in oak barrels to produce a soft mouth-feel and juicy, lingering finish that will leave you wanting more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is youthful and vibrant, with enough depth to hold its own when savoured with slow-cooked game or oxtail stew, barbecued boerewors, fire-grilled lamb chops with rosemary or lightly spiced pulled pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blend is made up of 48% Shiraz, 11% Merlot, 10% Pinotage, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec and 6% Cabernet Franc. Will age well up to 8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry of origin: South Africa. Storage: Ideally in a cool, dark space with a consistent temperature, between 10-16°C (50-60°F). Store bottles horizontally, as this helps keep the cork moist, preventing oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePackage type: Glass Bottle. Contains Sulphur Dioxide\/Sulphites. Suitable for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrand: Babylonstoren, a working farm in the heart of South Africa's Cape Winelands. The wines are produced in a state-of-the-art winery that integrates both new and traditional winemaking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrape variety: 48% Shiraz, 11% Merlot, 10% Pinotage, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec, 6% Cabernet Franc. Current vintage: 2023. Regional information: On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in Western Cape, South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: Succulent and juicy with layered plum and black cherry fruit lifted by pepper and liquorice. Alcohol by volume: 14. Serving suggestions: Room temperature, 16-18°C (60-64°F) with slow-cooked game or oxtail stew, barbecued boerewors, grilled lamb chops with rosemary or lightly spiced pulled pork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinemaker: Klaas Stoffberg. Taste category: Dry, full-bodied red wine. Vinification details: The cultivars were harvested separately and made separately, fermented on the skins for around seven days, with extended maceration, then aged in French oak barrels for 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M\u0026S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45677494960366,"sku":"664427","price":32.12,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/0125\/9183\/files\/640x640_3adef71f-daad-4231-b8b3-6d13ad51dd05.jpg?v=1778522879","url":"https:\/\/mcgrocer.com\/products\/babylonstoren-babel-red-blend-red-wine-75cl-664427","provider":"McGrocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}