Stellenbosch WO Cape Blend Atticus 2023 Bellevue

Atticus is a distinctive blend crafted by Bellevue Estate, located in Stellenbosch, which captures the essence of the Cape Blend by combining Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot. This wine is named after one of the estate's most majestic Arabian stallions and is characterized by its youthful vigor and the ability to evolve elegantly over time, representing one of the finest expressions of South African wine character.

The grapes come from vineyards cultivated on high-quality soils: the bush-trained Pinotage is supported by drip irrigation, as is the Petit Verdot, while the Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in dry conditions. After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo cold maceration and ferment for about four days with daily pump-overs. After malolactic fermentation in French and American oak barrels, the individual components are blended and further matured for eleven months in wood, resulting in a complex and well-balanced profile.

In the glass, it reveals intense aromas of dark plum and ripe berries, enriched by notes of vanilla from the well-integrated oak. On the palate, it is powerful and structured when young, but gains elegance and depth with aging, as the tannins soften and lead to a long and harmonious finish.

Recommended with flavorful dishes such as lamb stew or Sunday roast.