Babylonstoren Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 (Stellenbosch) shows cassis, blackberry, black cherry, plum, cedar, graphite, tobacco and dark chocolate.
Medium to full-bodied with firm yet polished tannins and fresh acidity, it is structured and modern, balancing ripe fruit with cool-climate freshness. The palate is dense and layered, with savory spice and a long, mineral-tinged finish typical of Stellenbosch Cabernet.
Professional ratings
- 91–93 pts – James Suckling: notes cassis, structure and freshness
- 90–92 pts – Wine Advocate: praises balance, ripeness and typicity
- 90–91 pts – Vinous: highlights polish, fruit clarity and structure
- 90–91 pts – Decanter: commends elegance and regional expression
Overall, it is rated around 90–93 points, a structured, polished Stellenbosch Cabernet with good depth and aging potential.
Intense plum with a vibrant ruby edge. Opening with rich, dark berry fruit at its core and a savoury edge of wild herbs, graphite and cedar. The wine is dense and brooding with plump blackcurrant fruit moderated by a backbone of fine-grained, grippy tannins, creating lovely tension and succulence. Beautifully balanced and stylish with classic cultivar expression. The savoury finish is long and satisfying.
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