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DE KRANS CAPE VINTAGE PORT

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R159,00

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

De Krans Cape Vintage Reserve is special because it brings together old-school port tradition and Cape terroir, delivering a darker, more structured style of port that is firmly built for long-term ageing. According to De Krans, this port is “more intense, full-bodied, structured, drier in style and darker in colour” than their Ruby-style ports. Its bold fruit, ageing potential (up to 20 years per De Krans), and firm tannins make it a collector’s favourite.

 

REVIEWS/AWARDS
  • Platter’s Wine Guide: 4.5/5 (2025)
  • Tim Atkin: 94/100
  • Veritas Awards: Gold (2024)

 

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: A rich and aromatic bouquet of red berries (plum, mulberry), stewed prune, dark chocolate, violets, and subtle spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and structured, with deep flavours of dark plum, blackcurrant, dried fruit, cocoa and a backbone of firm, yet smooth tannins.

Finish: Long and lingering, with a palate-cleansing acidity balancing the richness, leaving a spicy, fruit-drenched aftertaste.

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Product details

De Krans Cape Vintage Reserve is produced by De Krans Wines in Calitzdorp, in South Africa’s Klein Karoo—widely known as the “port capital” of the Cape. This port-style wine is made from traditional Portuguese grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional (71 %), Tinta Roriz (23 %) and Tinta Barocca (6 %). After fortification, the wine is matured for around 20 months in large vats, allowing the concentrated dark fruit to develop while retaining structure.

Additional information

Weight 1,33 kg
Dimensions 7 × 7 × 29 cm
Volume

750ml

Quantity

Single

Food Pairing

This Vintage Port pairs exceptionally well with well‑matured cheeses such as aged cheddar or blue cheese, which match its richness and firm structure. It also complements hearty meat dishes like Karoo lamb potjie or venison pie. For dessert, try it with dark chocolate, fruit cake, or stewed prunes to echo the port’s red fruit and prune notes.

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