A red wine blended from the best batches the winery can produce every year. Polished black fruit, evident tannins yet supple with a complex palate and a well-integrated modern finish. An iron fist in a velvet glove. The nose is evocative, showing blackcurrants, red cherries, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas. These develop in the glass and are joined by raspberry, black cherry, spice and a hint of gaminess. On the palate, the wine is powerful but elegant, with fine tannins that continue to soften in the glass. A wine that lives up to the mystical legacy of the gentle giants that once roamed the mountains of the Winelands.
The Last Elephant is crafted from ultra-premium vineyard sites, chosen for their exceptional character. The hand-selected grapes come from prized vineyard blocks in the Helderberg ward of Stellenbosch, South Africa. The unique combination of mountain slopes, altitude, coastal proximity, low Vigor, well-drained soils rich in weathered granite results in a concentrated and pure expression of this blend. Meticulous vineyard management, including leaf thinning, green harvesting, and bunch selection, ensures that only perfectly ripe grapes are harvested. The significant variation in temperatures between day and night during the ripening period enhances color, flavor development, concentration, and intensity, all contributing to the remarkable quality of this wine
What's in the box
1 x 750ml Franschhoek Cellar The Last Elephant Red Blend Gift Pack
