The story of Steenberg begins in 1682 with Catharina Ras, the founder of Steenberg Winery. Despite the challenges she faced in her life, her story is celebrated in the depths of the winery, divided into five captivating chapters. These chapters not only tell of her resilience and perseverance but also served as inspiration for the creation of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend. This wine is a tribute to the powerful woman who laid the foundation for what Steenberg is today.
Crafted from Catharina's favorite grape varieties, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, these grapes thrive in the granite-rich soils of the Western Cape. The production process is as careful as it is thoughtful: both grape varieties are fermented separately and pumped over to give the wine the desired strength and color. They are then blended, and the Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend is aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its unique character.
When you taste Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend, you discover a wine with a powerful character, dominated by the Merlot grape. Far from ordinary, this wine introduces you to the finest South African wines. Upon opening a bottle of Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend, you're immediately seduced by aromas of dark fruit, cassis, ripe plums, earthy notes, and a hint of fresh basil. The palate is a harmonious dance of spicy tobacco, rich cherries, fragrant cinnamon, and a hint of tomato pesto. The palette of flavors and aromas is so extensive and layered that you're almost transported into the five lives of Catharina Ras, a true journey through time with every sip of this remarkable Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend.
