Winemaker's Notes
Redolent of roses and ripe-for-the-picking strawberries, the refreshing De Toren Délicate is an elegant red blend that combines red’s seductiveness with the undeniable drinkability of white. Medium-bodied and immeasurably gentle, it offers up an abundance of juicy fruit and velvety, smooth tannins that lead to a sophisticated finish. Delicious on its own as an apéritif, it’s also the perfect consort to the lingering pleasures of Spanish tapas or a platter of the finest French charcuterie.
COMPOSITION
Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
DECANTING
To release all the wonderful flavours of this wine, it is recommended to decant this wine at least one hour before the time and to serve this wine slightly chilled (11 - 13 degrees Celsius).
FOOD PAIRING
Perfect on its own as an aperitif or with a lunchtime salad, a tantalizing Spanish tapas or cheese platter, including a beautiful array of preserves, homemade jams, matured cheese and cured meats. This wine has very versatile food pairing possibilities.
BEHIND DE TOREN DÉLICATE
An innovative reimagining of red wine, the French-inspired De Toren Délicate is a fresh and light cépage that reveals its best assets when served slightly chilled. While it displays intense red undertones, this limited-production wine is soft and delicate on the palate, making it the perfect culinary consort, not to mention the reason a number of the world’s top dining establishments choose it specifically for their dedicated tasting menus.
History
From the beginning, the vision was to create something truly exceptional. By embracing the best of the old and blending it with the best of the new, our approach over the past decades has remained to continuously evolve in our pursuit of excellence. Driven by a pioneering spirit, we sought to reinterpret the concept of Bordeaux wines and simultaneously became South Africa's very first gravity-fed cellar. Renowned for our exceptional care and making use of only the gentlest processes, both in vineyard and cellar, the result of this labour of love is a range of spectacular wines, awarded with many honorary titles over the years. The estate and Manor House lovingly refurbished to ensure experiences as extraordinary as the wines. It is thus with great pleasure that we welcome you to this undiscovered Stellenbosch hilltop we call home, one where a world of exceptional experiences awaits you.
