Description

Oldenburg is a must-know name in South African wine, especially for those familiar with the industry. Located in the Banghoek Valley of Stellenbosch, Oldenburg is celebrated not only for producing exceptional wines but also for its stunning tasting room, one of the most beautiful in the Cape. Nestled in a mountain amphitheatre, the estate benefits from one of the region’s coolest microclimates, with growing conditions that are approximately 5 degrees cooler than the rest of Stellenbosch thanks to high altitude and cooling winds.

The CL range represents Oldenburg s Lifestyle collection, cleverly named to highlight its cooler-than-Stellenbosch origin. The name CL playfully references the Stellenbosch number plate prefix and degrees Celsius. The range includes both a red and a white blend.

This Right Bank Bordeaux Blend is predominantly Merlot (54%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon (39%) and a touch of Cabernet Franc (7%). The grapes were destemmed before fermentation, with the Cabernet varieties crushed and the Merlot kept as whole berries. After fermentation, the wine was pressed using a basket press and underwent malolactic fermentation in tanks before aging for 16 months in French oak barrels, 26% of which were new.

In the glass, it presents a deep purple hue and offers a bouquet of both red and black fruits, enriched by aromatic notes of fennel, rosemary, and freshly tilled earth. On the palate, vibrant acidity and plush tannins carry the fruit through to a long, satisfying finish that will leave you eager for another sip.