Warwick Trilogy

Warwick Trilogy

Awards and Recognition

2018VT
Decanter World Wine Awards 2021: 97 points / Platinum

2017VT:
Platter's 2021: 94 points
Tim Atkin 2020: 95 points
Wine Spectator 2021: 91 points
Robert Parker 2021: 90 points

Product Features

Trilogy was first created in 1986 as Warwick's flagship wine and is a particularly cherished item for the company. It is a blend of three red grape varieties from Bordeaux.

Manufacturer's comment

A deep garnet color. Aromas of blackcurrant, lavender, cedar, tobacco, blackberry, dark fruits, red fruits, sweet spice, dried herbs, oak, and pencil lead. Beautiful, smooth acidity, concentrated fruit flavors, and a rich, full-bodied taste. The body is robust and powerful. It possesses strength and delicacy, finesse, and a smooth, beautiful, silky touch. The concentrated and rich fruit flavors of blackberry and blackcurrant linger from start to finish, resulting in a powerful and elegant wine with the characteristic style of Warwick. A masterpiece blended from only the top cuvées of Warwick's main varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Food pairing

Roasted beef and lamb, teppanyaki, yakiniku (with sauce and wasabi), bitter green vegetables such as bell peppers and shishito peppers, and root vegetables.

Country of origin/region of origin

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Vintage

2018

*Depending on stock availability, the vintage of the wine shipped may differ from the one stated. If you have a preference regarding the vintage, please contact us before ordering.

type

Red Full Body

Main varieties

55% Cabernet Franc, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot

Alcohol content

14.50%

capacity

750ml

Producer Information

Warwick is one of South Africa's leading boutique wineries, located in the Stellenbosch region. It is a farm with a long history, dating back to 1771.
Later, in 1964, the previous owners, Stan and Norma Ratcliffe, purchased Warwick, which had been a fruit farm. They started cultivating grapes in 1981, focusing on classic Bordeaux varieties (Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon).
Norma Ratcliffe dedicated herself to winemaking and became one of the first female winemakers in the Cape. Warwick's "First Lady" series celebrates her achievements.
The first release of Warwick's label was in 1984. Since then, it has won numerous awards both domestically and internationally, growing and establishing itself as one of South Africa's leading brands.
The winery is located in the hilly region of the Simonsberg Mountains, known as the Stellenbosch red wine zone, at an altitude of 240-360 meters. At this high elevation, cool breezes from the southeast blow across the vineyards in spring and summer.
Warwick boasts a diverse range of slopes and varying clay-rich soil types, resulting in a unique terroir and complex, distinctive wines. The main soil types are granite-based Oakleaf and Tucle. Vineyards are situated on cool east-facing, southeast-facing, and south-facing slopes, as well as slightly warmer west-facing slopes. One of South Africa's top Cabernet Francs is produced here in Warwick, with vineyards located on south-facing and southwest-facing slopes.
One of the things we pay attention to in cultivation is minimizing irrigation in order to express the unique terroir of this farm.
Furthermore, for over a decade, we have recognized the importance of biodiversity and have strived to maintain a balance between nature and winemaking.
Our soil has a high clay content, so the need for irrigation is very low, and in some fields, irrigation is not needed at all.
Cover crops such as legumes and radishes planted in winter improve soil health, organic matter, and microbial activity, reducing the need for herbicides. As a result, the soil becomes home to many earthworms.
Furthermore, we utilize natural predators for pest control. All our cultivation management practices prioritize biodiversity. As a result, we have successfully eliminated problems with snails, weevils, and other harmful insects.
Warwick's philosophy is one of uncompromising quality. We strive to provide the highest level of service in every aspect of our business. And the wine we aim for is elegance, expressed through a slightly understated, classic style.

overview

●Cap: Cork ●Cultivation/Production: Each variety is harvested separately, destemmed, and placed in stainless steel tanks for 20-40 days of skin contact. During this time, pump-overs are performed 3-4 times a day according to the structure of the tannins. After fermentation is complete, the grapes are pressed and malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels and tanks. Then, the wine is transferred to French oak barrels for 24 months of aging (55% new barrels, 2% 3-year-old barrels, and 42% 4-year-old barrels). Finally, only the best barrels are selected and blended.
●Aging potential: Vintage + 10-15 years

#South African wine