2023 IBest Red Blend, Western Cape, Stellenbosch, South Africa

IBest Wines is changing the way the wine industry looks, feels, talks, and tastes — and this 2023 Stellenbosch Red Blend is a stunning showcase of why. Founded by Ingrid Best, a Black woman and 20-year veteran of the global wine and spirits industry who broke glass ceilings as the only marketing executive to manage two of the biggest joint venture spirits partnerships at Diageo, Moët Hennessy, and Bacardi, IBest Wines offers consumers an opportunity to experience fine wine from Stellenbosch, one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. This opulent, intricate Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend radiates with lively dark fruit, floral jasmine, and a finish that lingers beautifully on the palate. An award-winning Wine Club favorite built for the modern-day wine drinker who desires new, dynamic, diverse, and global wine brands.

Wine Details & Tasting Notes

Tasting Notes: Radiates with lively bursts of black currant and cherries, complemented by floral hints evocative of jasmine. Opulent, intricate, and gently lingering on the palate — a Stellenbosch red blend of exceptional depth and elegance.

• Origin – Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
• Producer – IBest Wines; founded by Ingrid Best — Black woman entrepreneur and 20-year wine & spirits industry veteran (Diageo, Moët Hennessy, Bacardi)
• Varietal – 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31.5% Shiraz, 5% Petite Sirah, 2.5% Malbec
• Style – Dry red wine (opulent; intricate; award-winning)
• ABV – 14.0%

Food Pairing

The black currant, cherry, jasmine, and opulent structure of this Stellenbosch red blend make it a spectacular match for richly flavored dishes. Pairs beautifully with a rosemary-crusted prime rib, grilled lamb chops, and braised short ribs. The Shiraz and Petite Sirah components add spice and depth that make it a wonderful companion for BBQ, smoked meats, and hearty stews. Also excellent alongside aged cheddar, hard cheeses, and a well-curated charcuterie board. A natural for fall entertaining, Friendsgiving gatherings, and any occasion that calls for a bold, elegant South African red. Decant 20–30 minutes before serving and enjoy at 62–66°F.

Occasion

This is your prestige Stellenbosch red blend — the bottle for fall entertaining, Friendsgiving, Wine Club selections, and gifting the red wine enthusiast who appreciates bold, opulent South African blends with a powerful founder story behind them. A Summer and Fall Wine Club favorite and award-winning pour that delivers world-class Stellenbosch quality from a Black woman-owned brand redefining what fine wine looks like for the modern-day wine drinker.

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Wine Producer / Historical Notes

IBest Wines was founded by Ingrid Best, a Black woman entrepreneur who brings over 20 years of experience in the global wine and spirits industry, having worked for the largest suppliers in the industry including Diageo, Moët Hennessy, and Bacardi — breaking glass ceilings as the only marketing executive to manage two of the biggest joint venture spirits partnerships. IBest Wines is changing the way the wine industry looks, feels, talks, and tastes, offering a portfolio of fine wines perfect for the modern-day wine drinker who desires new, dynamic, diverse, and global wine brands. IBest Wines offers consumers an opportunity to experience fine wine from Stellenbosch, a world-renowned wine region in South Africa that produces some of the most celebrated red blends on the planet.

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