2023 Aslina Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, South Africa

Aslina Wines is the story of a trailblazer. Founded and crafted by Ntsiki Biyela — South Africa’s first Black female winemaker — and named in honor of her grandmother, Aslina represents both a personal legacy and a landmark moment in South African wine history. This 2023 Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon is bold, structured, and deeply expressive: 16 months in barrel have produced a wine of concentrated dark fruit, minty character, and firm, chewy tannins that speak to the extraordinary terroir of Stellenbosch. A wine of excellence and vital representation in every glass.

Wine Details & Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes: Full-bodied and structured with hints of minty character, cigar box, and lots of dark fruit. Bold on the palate with chewy tannins and concentrated dark fruit. Subtle herbal nuances add complexity and depth. Aged 16 months in barrel for exceptional structure and integration.

• Origin – Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
• Producer – Aslina Wines; Black-owned, woman-owned; founded by Ntsiki Biyela, South Africa’s first Black female winemaker
• Varietal – Cabernet Sauvignon (100%)
• Style – Dry red wine (16 months barrel-aged)
• ABV – 14.5%
• Certification – IPW (Integrated Production of Wine, South Africa)

Food Pairing

The bold structure, concentrated dark fruit, and firm tannins of this Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon make it a natural companion for richly flavored dishes. Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, slow-roasted lamb, and braised short ribs. The minty character and cigar box notes make it a wonderful match for aged cheeses, dark chocolate, and hearty stews. Also excellent alongside duck confit, venison, and herb-crusted roasts. Decant 30–45 minutes before serving and enjoy at 62–66°F to allow the wine to fully open and express its complexity.

Occasion

This is your prestige South African red — the bottle for special dinners, holiday entertaining, office celebrations, and gifting the wine enthusiast who appreciates bold, structured Cabernet Sauvignon with a landmark story behind it. A standout choice for anyone who wants to support Black-owned, woman-owned excellence in South African wine, and a wine that will impress even the most discerning palate at any table.

Wine Producer / Historical Notes

Aslina Wines is founded and crafted by Ntsiki Biyela — South Africa’s first Black female winemaker and one of the most celebrated figures in the country’s wine industry. Ntsiki named the winery in honor of her grandmother, Aslina, whose strength and grace inspired her journey. A trailblazer celebrated for producing terroir-driven wines that reflect her heritage and dedication to excellence, Ntsiki has spent her career demonstrating that South African wine’s future is as diverse and extraordinary as its past. Stellenbosch, located in the Western Cape near Cape Town, is South Africa’s most prestigious wine region — known for its granite and sandstone soils, Mediterranean climate, and exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. When you open a bottle of Aslina, you are not just enjoying a world-class wine — you are supporting a legacy of excellence and vital representation in the global wine industry.

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