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Nice structure and very food-friendly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, earthy and elegant – in Burgundy style but with South African warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eShiraz\/Cabernet blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful and complex – a nice balance between dark fruit, pepper and oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Flavor profile and style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The wines balance \u003cstrong\u003eripeness and freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e , often with low yields and longer barrel aging. You can expect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Dark berries such as blackcurrants, blackberries and plums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n   \u003cli\u003eIntegrated oak – often French, with notes of vanilla, tobacco and graphite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Structured tannin and long aftertaste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Good aging potential - but ready to drink in youth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Food for David Finlayson red wines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e These wines are \u003cstrong\u003emade for food\u003c\/strong\u003e . Try them with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Grilled or roasted beef and lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Game and braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Mushroom-based vegetarian dishes and red wine stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Hard cheeses like Comté, Gruyère, and matured cheddar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Are the wines barrel-aged?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Yes – most David Finlayson red wines are aged in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for 12–24 months. The barrel is elegant and never overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Can the wines be stored?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Absolut. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot in particular have \u003cstrong\u003ea storage potential of 8–15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e . They develop complexity, tertiary aromas and silky structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003e How do the wines differ from other South African wines?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFinlayson's wines have a \u003cstrong\u003eEuropean elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e and are less fruit-heavy than average, often more reminiscent of Bordeaux or Rhône than classic \"new world\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Buy David Finlayson red wine online at dhwines.dk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e At dhwines.dk we have a special focus on South African quality producers – and \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Finlayson is one of the most prominent\u003c\/strong\u003e . The wines are carefully selected for their taste, personality and authenticity – and are delivered quickly and safely from Danish warehouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Elegant and structured red wine from Stellenbosch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Cabernet, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir and blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Terroir-driven, storable and food-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Inspiration from Bordeaux and Burgundy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Fast delivery – always professionally packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDiscover why David Finlayson is one of South Africa's most respected winemakers – and find your next favorite among his red wines at dhwines.dk.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","products":[{"product_id":"david-finlayson-cab-et-al-2020","title":"David Finlayson Cab et al 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eDrawing on experience from Chateau Margaux, David Finlayson has created a wine in a softer Bordeaux style that is ready to be enjoyed at a younger age. 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