{"product_id":"jordan-chameleon-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot","title":"Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon\/Merlot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon\/Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e Jordan Chameleon Cabernet Sauvignon\/Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smooth and characterful red wine from Stellenbosch. The aroma reveals cassis, ripe plums, and dark fruit, with a subtle spicy hint of mint. The taste is rich and juicy, with ripe black fruit, soft tannins, and pleasant oak notes. A powerful wine, yet beautifully approachable thanks to its rounded structure and fresh undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent with grilled and pan-fried red meat, hamburgers, lamb, and stews. This blend also pairs well with pasta with a robust tomato sauce, mushrooms, or aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine originates from Jordan Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. The grapes grow on north and east-facing slopes with soils of weathered granite and loam. The vineyards are located at various altitudes and benefit from cooling influences, ensuring the grapes retain sufficient freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe different grapes are processed separately. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot undergo malolactic fermentation in oak barrels. Subsequently, the various components mature for approximately 18 months in oak barrels, after which the final blend is composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJordan also calls this wine the \"Baby Cobblers Hill\" because its style is reminiscent of the prestigious estate blend Cobblers Hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jordan-wine-estate\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eJordan Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the only winery in\u003cstrong\u003e Stellenbosch\u003c\/strong\u003e that owns vineyards planted in every compass direction. They own no less than 164 hectares in this beautiful wine region. The vineyards are located at an altitude of 160 to 410 meters and benefit from the cooling influences of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name\u003cstrong\u003e Chameleon is inspired by the Cape Dwarf Chameleon\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(50, 61, 91); font-family: source sans pro,sans-serif\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003eVerkleurmannetjie in Afrikaans), which is found on the Jordan estate. The winery's gardens provide an important habitat for this special chameleon. Jordan also uses the sale of its Chameleon wines to support research and conservation efforts for this species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jordan Wine Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944372048197,"sku":"P43148","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/1ec0520ce71d8f8c8df2b27b9917d50234972a47.jpg?v=1787299977","url":"https:\/\/vechtstreekwijnen.nl\/en\/products\/jordan-chameleon-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot","provider":"Vechtstreek Wijnen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}