Roodeberg Classic Red Blend 2019
Full-bodied red wine · KWV (Kooperatieve Wijnbouwers Vereniging van Zuid-Afrika Bpkt)
Vintage: 2019
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
KWV (Kooperatieve Wijnbouwers Vereniging van Zuid-Afrika Bpkt)
Country
South Africa
Vintage
2019
Region & Appellation
Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, and other classic red varieties
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with a dark core and a youthful purple rim, showing medium viscosity and moderate legs.
Aroma Profile
A complex bouquet featuring ripe blackcurrants, dark cherries, and plums, complemented by secondary and tertiary notes of cedarwood, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf, and subtle spicy oak.
Tasting Notes
A well-rounded, accessible palate with an inviting entry of dark fruit that evolves into mid-palate richness, featuring notes of mocha and spice, culminating in a smooth, lingering finish with polished structure.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by blackberry, black cherry, and plum, layered with savory nuances of tobacco, sweet spice, oak-derived vanilla, and a touch of earthiness.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, smooth texture and generous mouthfeel, offering a harmonious balance of weight and concentration.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium to high acidity providing a refreshing backbone, balanced by ripe, fine-grained tannins that offer gentle grip without being overly astringent.
Sweetness Level
Dry
Alcohol Content
14.0% ABV
Aging & Oak
Matured in a combination of French and American oak barrels to impart gentle toast, vanilla, and spice complexity while preserving fruit vibrancy.
Food Pairings
Ideal with grilled steaks, roast lamb, gourmet burgers, hearty beef stews, and mature hard cheeses like Cheddar or Gouda.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a standard Bordeaux or universal red wine glass. Decanting for 30 minutes to an hour will help open up its complex aromas.
Price Range
15.00 - 25.00 USD
Quality Assessment
88-90 points; represents excellent value as a reliable, premium everyday red wine with consistent quality across vintages.
Production Methods
Traditional red winemaking involving destemming, crushing, controlled temperature fermentation with periodic pump-overs for color and tannin extraction, followed by oak maturation and careful blending.
Terroir
Sourced from diverse vineyards across the Western Cape's Coastal Region, benefiting from Mediterranean climatic influences, cooling coastal breezes, and varied weathered granite and shale soils.
History & Heritage
First created in 1949 by Dr. Karl Storch at KWV, Roodeberg is one of South Africa's most iconic and historic proprietary red blends, enjoying a legendary status both locally and internationally.
Interesting Facts
The label prominently features La Concorde, the historic home of Roodeberg in Paarl. For decades, it was famously enjoyed as a secret house blend before becoming commercially available.
Cellaring Potential
Approachable upon release, but can mature gracefully for 3 to 6 years from the vintage date under proper cellar conditions.
Similar Wines
Bordeaux blends from South Africa such as Kanonkop Kadette or Rust en Vredes estate reds, and rich New World Cabernet-Shiraz blends.