Alvi's Drift 221 Special Cuvee

0.75L | 14.0%

9 , 4 9

Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Noir, Petit Verdot, Pinotage, Shiraz

Alvi's Drift

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Alvi's Drift 221 Special Cuvee

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Beautifully layered

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2023

Ready to drink 2023 - 2027

Past peak After 2027

Aromas

Plums Cherries Ripe fruit Licorice Herbs

Food Pairing

Beef Lamb Barbecue meat

Vintage Report

The 2022 vintage in South Africa scores 92 points, indicating an excellent year. The wines are currently still somewhat youthful and tannic, which points to a slow and promising maturation.

Discover the refined world of Alvi's Drift 221 Special Cuvée, a masterful blend of six unique grape varieties: Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage, Grenache, Petit Verdot, and Durif. Each grape adds its own unique touch, resulting in a wine that embodies elegance and complexity. Alvi's Drift continues to amaze the wine world with its ability to consistently produce top-quality wines, and this Special Cuvée is no exception.

From Rugby Field to Vineyard: A Legendary Story

The sporting world was astonished when young Albertus Viljoen van der Merwe, affectionately known as "Alvi," scored a historic try against the then undefeated All-Blacks rugby team. This achievement earned Alvi a place in the prestigious South African national rugby team, the Springboks, as their 221st player. But Alvi's legacy extends beyond the rugby field. His winery in Worcester, South Africa, continues the tradition of excellence. Since its inception, Alvi's Drift has produced wines that are recognized worldwide for both quality and value. The 221 series is a tribute to Alvi's legendary achievement and the Springbok team.

The Refined Creation of Alvi's Drift 221 Special Cuvée

Each grape is carefully hand-picked in the cool morning hours, with only the finest bunches being selected. After destemming, the grape varieties are vinified separately. Fermentation takes place in Roto tanks, ensuring optimal extraction of color and aromas. Depending on the variety, some of the wine is aged in French and American oak barrels, while the rest is stored in stainless steel tanks. The result of this careful aging and blending is a wine with a harmonious balance of complexity and freshness. This Special Cuvée shines with a deep ruby red hue. When you swirl the glass, aromas of ripe fruit like plums and cherries emerge, complemented by hints of licorice and spice. The palate is a perfect harmony of fruit and silky tannins, resulting in an elegant wine with a lingering, fruity finish.

Product details

Availability	Only 8 in stock!
Alcohol content	14.0%
Vintage	2022
Size	0.75L
Region	Western Cape
Land	South Africa
Producer	Alvi's Drift
Varietal(s)	Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Noir, Petit Verdot, Pinotage, Shiraz
Oak aging	Yes, Partially aged in French and American oak
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 18°C
Storage at perfecte wijn	Air conditioned at 18°c