The Winery & Terroir
Kleine Zalze is located in the heart of Stellenbosch, arguably South Africa's most famous wine region. Its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean provides cooling breezes, allowing the grapes a long and even ripening period. This, combined with the region's diverse granite and shale soils, creates ideal conditions for growing premium grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon, in particular, finds a terroir here that produces wines of exceptional structure, complexity, and elegance. Kleine Zalze specializes in crafting wines that reflect this unique character of their origin and are known for their balance and finesse.
Wine Ranges in Our Collection
In our collection, we focus on the outstanding Cabernet Sauvignons from Kleine Zalze. You'll find wines from two significant ranges: the 'Vineyard Selection' and the 'Cellar Selection'. The Vineyard Selection represents the best from specially chosen vineyard parcels. These wines are complex, structured, and reflect their unique terroir. The Cellar Selection, on the other hand, offers more accessible wines for everyday enjoyment without compromising on quality or varietal expression. Both ranges impressively demonstrate the class that Kleine Zalze achieves with Cabernet Sauvignon from Stellenbosch.
Food Pairing
The Cabernet Sauvignon wines from Kleine Zalze are powerful and structured red wines that call for an equally robust partner on the plate. They pair excellently with grilled or roasted red meat such as beef steak, rack of lamb, or game dishes. A classic South African 'Braai' (barbecue) is the ideal occasion. Hearty stews, flavourful casseroles, or a mature hard cheese also harmonize wonderfully with the complex aromas of dark fruits, spices, and the present tannins of these wines. Serve the wine slightly below room temperature to allow its bouquet to fully unfold.
Price Range
The high-quality wines of the Vineyard and Cellar Selection from Kleine Zalze offer excellent value for money. You can discover these expressive Cabernet Sauvignons from Stellenbosch with us from around €14.
