48% Shiraz, 13% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 11% Petit Verdot, 10% Malbec, 7% Pinotage
The Babylonstoren wine estate is situated in the fertile Drakenstein Valley between the Simonsberg and Du Toitskloof mountains in the Simonsberg-Paarl region of the Western Cape. It is one of the best-preserved Cape Dutch farms in the area, with a history dating back to 1692. Today, Babylonstoren operates not only as a working farm and cellar but also as a luxury hotel, spa, and renowned culinary destination. The estate spans over 200 hectares of vineyards and orchards, celebrated globally for its magnificent fruit and vegetable gardens that form the heart of their philosophy: showcasing fresh produce in all its forms, from the plate to the bottle.
The 2022 Babylonstoren Babel Red is a complex, dry, and full-bodied blend. On the nose, it offers an expressive bouquet of mulberry, blackberry, and plum, layered with sweet spice, vanilla, and dark chocolate from 12 months of aging in French oak. The palate is characterized by a “balanced fusion” of dark fruit and savory notes of cigar box and graphite, supported by silky tannins and a juicy, lingering finish.
