Top 5 Wines You Must Try
Red, white or sparkling? Dry, semi-dry or sweet? Choosing wines can be baffling at times when you have so many wines online that are available to you to choose from. If you want to shop wines online to keep a wine collection at home, host a party or just taste a few samples, here’s a list of 5 popular wines that we at The Grand Store recommend you to try:
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1. Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is on top of our
list as the world’s most sought-after wine. While its origins are in the
Burgundy region of France, it is grown now in many parts of the world. Most of
the Pinot Noir wines are light to medium-bodied, dry and red, but they can be
made into a lovely rosé, white or sparkling wine
too. Pinot noir has perhaps the deepest complex character of any
grape wine. Wine connoisseurs love to keep exploring its gorgeous colour,
captivating body and fresh acidity along with complex aromas and taste. It can
be paired with a large variety of food. No wonder, the soft and silky Pinot
Noir is the first choice of a lot of people for a romantic date.
Our picks:
De Grendel Op Die Berg
Pinot Noir
2. Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon,
originating from Bordeaux, France is a hybrid of the white Sauvignon Blanc
grape and red Cabernet Franc grape and is also known as Sauvignon Rouge,
Petit-Bouchet or Petit-Cabernet. Cabernet Sauvignon wines range from deep red
to almost black colour, are full-bodied and have an astringent nature that
helps the wine age well. Generally, it is dry, has medium to high acidity,
tannins, good acidity and tastes of bell peppers, tobacco, black cherries, dark
plums with hints of herbs and wood. Cabernet Sauvignon wines age very well and
improve over time as they age getting more complex and elegant for 10 - 20
years and sometimes even for 50 years or more. It pairs beautifully with hearty
food flavours such as steak, fillet mignon or mushroom risotto.
Our picks:
Boekenhoutskloof
Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Alto Cabernet Sauvignon
2017/18
3. Chardonnay
Chardonnay is one of the most
popular white wine varieties and has also originated in Burgundy, France. Since
it is relatively easier to grow, it is now found in several places globally.
Depending on the ripeness of the grapes used, Chardonnay’s flavours can range
from fresh citrusy or green apples to ripe peaches and pineapple. If it is
oak-aged such as those made in mostly warm wine regions, Chardonnay could also
develop hints of vanilla, creamy butter and coconut. If not oak-aged such as
those made in mostly cool climate wine regions, it is usually lean, dry and has
hints of mineral taste. Chardonnay has moderate acidity and is best paired with
light, creamy, lightly spiced foods. Avoid Chardonnay with acidic foods such as
tomatoes, as it could give a more sour taste to the wine.
Our picks:
Steenberg 1682 Brut
Chardonnay
4. Syrah/Shiraz
Syrah wine is also known as
Shiraz wine. It is said to have originated from the Rhône Valley, France. It is
usually a full-bodied dark-coloured wine with medium to high acidity, high
tannins and a bold palate of blackberry, blueberry, plums, smoke, black pepper
and earthy flavours. Syrah also has strong aromas of blackberry and oak along
with slight hints of ripened fruit. As Syrah is full of bold complex flavours
and has a strong aroma, it is best suited with bold, robust dishes like
barbequed game meats, roast lamb, braised short ribs etc. It is preferable to serve
Syrah in a Bordeaux wine glass at slightly less than room temperature and
decant it before serving to experience the full range of flavours and aromas.
Our picks:
Bellingham, the Bernard
Series Basket Press Syrah
5. Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc was originally
grown somewhere in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux, both located in France and it
is well-known for its characteristic light body, green herbaceous flavour and
lively acidity. It is usually very dry, but some winemakers give it a sweet
taste by adding residual sugar. The aromas typically range from gooseberry,
grass, bell peppers, asparagus, peach or passion fruit. Sometimes, Sauvignon
Blanc is oak-aged to get a lusher, rounded mouthfeel and creamy texture. It is
very refreshing to drink and best served chilled. Sauvignon Blanc pairs well
with light and herb-seasoned dishes like garden salads, Thai cuisine, sushi,
brie or camembert cheese etc.
Our picks:
Constantia Glen
Sauvignon Blanc 2021/22
Bosman Upper
Hemel-en-Aarde Sauvignon Blanc 2021
There can be some variations
in all these different types of wines
according to the region, climate, soil in which the grapes were grown in and
also their processing techniques. Try out a few wines and see which ones you like the best. Click here to buy www.grandstore.co.za
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