Name: WARWICK FIRST LADY CABERNET SAUVIGNON
SKU: CWS-035-V/J/D
Availability: InStock

WARWICK FIRST LADY CABERNET SAUVIGNON

6 in stock

R135,00

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

The First Lady stands out for offering premium South African Cabernet at a relatively accessible price point, while still delivering varietal integrity and cellaring potential. With 100 % Cabernet in Stellenbosch terroir, layered oak maturation, and consistent quality across vintages, it provides collectors with a wine that bridges everyday luxury and cellar-worthy appeal.

REVIEWS/AWARDS

Global Cabernet Sauvignon Masters: Gold 2024
Tim Atkin: 94/100

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: Deep ruby red colour leads to aromas of blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate, and bramble berries, layered with cedar, pencil shavings, cracked black pepper, thyme, and star anise.

Palate: Full-bodied yet balanced, the palate reveals ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, plum) and dark chocolate, supported by fine-grained tannins, a touch of oak-derived vanilla, and a savoury herbal edge of thyme and dried herbs. The structure is firm but approachable.

Finish: The finish is long and polished, leaving lingering notes of cocoa nibs, graphite, black pepper and dark fruits, tied together with a firm backbone of tannin and fresh acidity — giving it respectable cellaring potential.

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Product details

Warwick First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon. This flagship Cabernet Sauvignon from Warwick Estate in Stellenbosch is crafted from 100 % Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from select blocks on the estate’s Simonsberg slopes. The “First Lady” name honours Norma Ratcliffe, one of the first female winemakers in the Cape.

For Collectors: While accessible in price, this wine offers structure and varietal purity worthy of cellaring. Depending on vintage and storage, it is best enjoyed from now through 5-10 years (some vintages may evolve longer) — offering both immediate pleasure and modest ageing reward.

Additional information

Volume	750ml
Quantity	Single

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with rich dishes such as grilled rib-eye steak, roast leg of lamb, venison medallions, or aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano. The wine’s depth and structure make it also a good match for herb-crusted beef or mushroom-laden.