The Darling Hills are located some forty miles north of Cape Town and four miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean. The soils in the area consist of decomposed granite and deep, rich clay. The warm summer growing season is moderated by cool breezes from the Atlantic Ocean.
Here, under the guiding hands of the acclaimed winemaking team of the Darling Cellars, the Westerland wines are produced.
Westerland Celebration White
This is a blend of 50% Chenin Blanc / 50% Sauvignon Blanc. Fresh topical fruit from the Chenin Blanc, complimented by cut grass from the Sauvignon Blanc, are the prominent aromas on the nose of this wine. A crisp, zesty, and fruity palate leaves the taste buds longing for more.
This wine is an ideal accompaniment to seafood, salads and white meat dishes.
The wine can be enjoyed now or cellared for the next year or two.
Vintage: 2006
Alcohol: 12.5%
UPC #: 769172356789
Westerland Celebration Red
This wine is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Old-Vine Cinsault (30 – 35 yr old vines, dry land farmed). Medium bodied with a deep ruby color, this is a generous and fruity blend exploding with aromas of dark forest fruit and mocha. A soft and appealing palate displays traces of cassis and blackberries.
This wine is an ideal accompaniment to meats, grilled vegetables, and creamy flavored cheeses, like Brie, Blue and Cheddar.
The wine can be enjoyed now enjoyed now and for the next year or two.
Vintage: 2005
Alcohol: 14%
UPC #: 769172356797
Westerland Pinotage
A concentrated, fruity Pinotage with a touch of oak. Some spice on the nose as well as an abundance of small red berry aromas. Smooth, full-bodied palate of generous richness and mouth feel.
The wine is an ideal accompaniment to game meats, grilled meats and cheese dishes.
Enjoy the wine now or cellar for the next two to three years.
Vintage: 2005
Alcohol: 14%
UPC #: 769172477569
Darling Hills Ovation White
Premium white wine in a box!
A generous fruity blend with citrus aromas. Crisp and appealing fruity palate displays grapefruit, tropical fruit and mineral tones.
Once opened, the wine should stay fresh between 4-6 weeks.
Vintage: Non Vintage
Alcohol: 12%
Size: 3L Box
UPC #: 893898001224
Darling Hills Ovation Red
Premium red wine in a box!
A medium-bodied wine that displays a deep ruby color. A generous fruity blend with aromas of dark forest fruit and mocha. A soft and appealing palate displays traces of cassis and black berries.
Once opened, the wine should stay fresh between 4-6 weeks.