Three Wines. Five Grapes. Infinite Swagger.

Bonjour, wine wanderer! Pack your palate, toss your beret at the door, and join us on a South African Bordeaux-style escapade — no passport required. This is the kind of selection that wears a velvet blazer, quotes Voltaire, and still knows how to braai.

Blended with the gravitas of Bordeaux and the sunshine-soaked charm of the Cape, these three wines don’t just whisper of sophistication — they practically sing baritone in French. Each bottle brings elegance, structure, and a slightly dramatic backstory (but in a good way).

1. Saronsberg Seismic 2021

Tulbagh, South Africa

Varietals

Cabernet Sauvignon 52% | Merlot 20% | Petit Verdot 14% | Malbec 9% | Cabernet Franc 5%

 Nose

A deep, velvety inhale of cassis, black cherry, cigar box and the reassuring smell of your favourite uncle’s leather-bound journal.

 Palate

Bold and brawny with polished tannins and layers of plum, graphite, and dark chocolate. This wine doesn’t sip — it saunters. There’s structure here, but also generosity: like a tough mentor who secretly knits.

 Ageing Potential

8–10 years, or until your career pivot finally kicks off

Food Pairing

Steak au poivre, rosemary roast lamb, or mushroom bourguignon with dramatic flair.

2. Jason’s Hill Izak Reserve 2021

Breedekloof, South Africa

Varietals

Bordeaux Blend.

Nose

Blackberry jam, a handful of violets, and the kind of toasty oak that smells like good advice and weekends away.

Palate

Concentrated dark fruit with a firm, confident backbone. There’s elegance in its intensity — like a tailored suit with wild socks. Expect mocha, spice, and tannins that flex without being flashy.

Ageing Potential

6–9 years, though it’s definitely already started winking at you.

Food pairing

Beef Wellington, pulled pork tacos (trust us), or a cheeseboard too big for its own good.

3. Diemersdal Private Collection 2022

Durbanville, South Africa

Varietals

Bordeaux-style red wine is crafted from all five Bordeaux varieties.

Nose

Bright red berries, dark plums, cedar, and just a flirtation of mint. Like a fresh haircut and a strong opinion.

 Palate

Vibrant and energetic with juicy fruit, supple tannins, and just enough oak to remind you it’s wearing cufflinks. Silky, satisfying, and very good at dinner party small talk.

 Ageing Potential

5–7 years, or until you finally finish your wine course.

Food Pairing

Herb-crusted lamb rack, grilled portobello burgers, or lasagne with a little too much béchamel (you rebel).

Why You’ll Love It

This is your ticket to Bordeaux without the jetlag — a trio of wines that whisper complexity, elegance, and maybe a scandal or two. Whether you’re pouring to impress or hoarding for your cellar’s future Instagram debut, the Bordeaux Red Style Selection #1 is a masterclass in Cape sophistication. Warning: May lead to spontaneous croissant cravings and quoting Hemingway over Sunday roasts.