About this product
Buitenverwachting's flagship red, a Cabernet Sauvignon-led Bordeaux blend named after Christine Müller. Christine displays the cool-climate Constantia character in red wine: restrained cassis, cedar, and graphite with elegant tannin structure and impressive longevity.
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Christine's Bordeaux character and cool-climate restraint are a natural match for lamb rack; mint and pistachio add aromatic complexity while red wine jus bridges the savoury depth.
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The wine's Bordeaux structure and restrained power suit the elegance of beef Wellington; mushroom duxelles deepens the earthy connection between pastry and wine.
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The wine's cassis and cedar find resonance with duck and cherry; potato dauphinoise's cream richness is balanced by the wine's elegant acidity.
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Christine's cassis and graphite harmonise with aged cheddar's sharpness; quince paste bridges the wine's fruit while almonds add savoury texture.
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