The TASTE Case: The gift of good wine
Everyone on your shopping list is well taken care of with Cape Wine Master Allan Mullins’ case of six wines, whether they’re fans of red, white, rosé, or Prosecco.
The Wine: Thelema The Abbey
Get it for: The Storyteller
They’ll love unwrapping… A wine with a tale to be told!
The name, “The Abbey” comes from a story by 16th-century writer François Rabelais, who describes a beautiful abbey, Thélème. There, the only rule was “do what thou wilt” – an invocation to live one’s truest life. This wine is made exclusively for Woolworths by Thelema, and has an appeal all of its own: spice and white pepper from the 60% Shiraz, soft lush fruit from the 30% Grenache and an inviting twist from the 10% Petit Verdot.
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The Wine: Diemersdal Signature Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Get it for: The Sauvignon Blanc Fan
They’ll love unwrapping… An extra-special surprise.
For the serious lover of Sauvignon Blanc, this wine gift with serve as a superb new discovery. Allan Mullins embarked on a quest for top-quality Sauvignon Blanc that took him to Diemersdal, where he discovered two outstanding 2020 Sauvignon Blanc tanks – and had the pleasure of blending them into this wine, working with winemaker Thys Louw. Its taste is abundant in citrus and gooseberries, as you’ll discover if the recipient is willing to share.
The Wine: Woolworths Signature Red from Jordan
Get it for: The Serious Collector
They’ll love unwrapping… A beautifully balanced blend.
So, your giftee is serious about wine? Then they probably already know that the best blend is a combination of the five Bordeaux varieties. Four of those are right here in this wine: Cabernet Sauvignon (64%) provides blackcurrant, chocolate and firm tannins, while Merlot (26%) adds red fruit and texture. Cabernet Franc (8%) rounds it out, and the 2% Petit Verdot adds a special, unexpected something.
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The Wine: Kanonkop Kadette 1.5 litres
Get it for: The Red Wine aficionado
They’ll love unwrapping… A magnum to share and savour.
This Cape blend is made up of a mix of four Bordeaux varieties, plus 37% of South Africa’s very own red grape, Pinotage. With flavours of luscious red fruits and hints of liquorice and chocolate, it’s a gift ideally suited to anyone who enjoys opening a fine bottle with friends – and since you’re the gift giver, hopefully you’ll count among them. If they’re opening it right away and fancy themselves as a bit of a collector – well, what better reason to gift a magnum?
The Wine: Domaine Grier Rosé 1.5 litres
Get it for: The Francophile
They’ll love unwrapping… A taste of the south of France.
This region, with its light, dry, fresh style of wine, is the rosé capital of the world. Here’s an excellent example of why it deserves that title: this wine comes from a farm with a local connection: it’s owned by the Griers of Villiera in Stellenbosch. Got a friend who loves serving, or simply eating, French-style fare? Whether it’s bouillabaisse or ratatouille, you won’t go wrong with this gift as the ideal accompaniment.
The Wine: Astoria Luxury Gold Prosecco 1.5 litres DOC
Get it for: The Entertainer
They’ll love unwrapping… A sparkling addition to celebrations.
It looks good on the table or in the ice bucket, and it tastes even better. Yes, you’ll be tempted to keep this limited-release magnum all for yourself, but why not score major points when you give it to the Prosecco lover in your life? It has a light, effervescent touch – guaranteed to get any soirée started and make guests and host alike very happy.