{"product_id":"de-toren-private-cellar-book-xvii-2023","title":"De Toren Private Cellar Book XVII 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eDrawn from a handful of meticulously selected vineyard blocks in Stellenbosch, this is a modern South African take on a great Bordeaux blend, built around Cabernet Sauvignon with support from Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Produced in tiny quantities and handled with almost obsessive attention to detail, it combines power, polish and remarkable ageing potential. The fruit is intensely concentrated, yet the wine never feels heavy, carrying its richness with precision and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, brooding aromas of cassis, blackberry and fruitcake lead into notes of graphite, cigar box, violets and sweet spice. The palate is full-bodied and layered, with plush dark fruit wrapped around finely grained tannins and a mineral backbone. Hints of nutmeg, cedar and vanilla from extended oak ageing add complexity, while the finish is long, smoky and beautifully controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Toren acquired their first vineyards in 1991 and have redefined the Bordeaux wine concept in South Africa. Their aim was to create an environment where vines produce flawless fruit and then guard these grapes as they are gently steered from vineyard to cellar to bottle. Fastidious about all aspects of production, when it comes to the Book 17 nothing is left to chance, and quality trumps quantity every time so that just 1,200 bottles are produced. This is one of the many reasons why the Book 17 of De Toren Private Cellar has won numerous international awards including ‘South Africa's Best Luxury Wine’ as well as gaining the highest ever score for a South African wine from Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RAKQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41213181001810,"sku":"RAK11523","price":294.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9843\/1058\/files\/De_Toren_Private_Cellar_Book_XVII.png?v=1727791492","url":"https:\/\/www.perfectcellar.com\/products\/de-toren-private-cellar-book-xvii-2023","provider":"Perfect Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}