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BEHIND THE WINE
Book XVII
BOOK XVII has an opulent crème de-cassis, fruitcake and fig scented bouquet with a palate that is ostentatious. However, this full-bodied turbo-charged wine is so silky smooth and seductive in a way that its charms are impossible to resist. Previously voted as South Africa’s Best Luxury Wine, the ultra-luxurious Book XVII recently also secured itself the title as South Africa’s Highest Rated Wine Ever by the esteemed USA publisher, Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
From: R2,750.00
From: R2,750.00
Please note that we only ship within South African borders. If you are outside of South Africa, we kindly ask you to refer to our Global Stockist list here.
DECANTING
For optimum enjoyment, decant at least one hour before consumption. It is recommended to serve this wine at optimal temperature (15 – 18 degrees Celcius).
FOOD PAIRING
The phenomenal Book XVII pairs perfectly with a classic rack of lamb or a rich lamb shank dish, roasted to absolute perfection.
VARIETIES
Bordeaux-Style Blend
AGEING POTENTIAL
This wine has a phenomenal ageing potential. If stored and cellared in optimal conditions, this wine have the potential to be matured for up to 40 years.
BEHIND
BOOK XVII
BEHIND BOOK XVII
A tribute to the viticulture wisdom, research and scrupulous documentation of ancient Roman philosopher, Pliny the Elder, this limited-edition wine, is worthy of its illustrious place on the global fine-wine podium. In the same way that Pliny stressed the significance of viticulture practices in the winemaking process, so Book XVII is the fruit of 20 years’ exhaustive recording and analysis of countless vineyard variables, from soil composition and weather conditions to oceanographic influences.
A tribute to the viticulture wisdom, research and scrupulous documentation of ancient Roman philosopher, Pliny the Elder, this limited-edition wine, is worthy of its illustrious place on the global fine-wine podium. In the same way that Pliny stressed the significance of viticulture practices in the winemaking process, so Book XVII is the fruit of 20 years’ exhaustive recording and analysis of countless vineyard variables, from soil composition and weather conditions to oceanographic influences.
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AWARDS
AWARDS
We are humbled by the international recognition De Toren Private Cellar wines have achieved over the past two decades and are inspired to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
BOOK XVII 2017
BOOK XVII 2015
BOOK XVII 2014
“The sensational Book XVII 2018 is truly a celebration of this vintage’s magnificent expression of fruit, its impressively bold characteristics, yet subtle elegance. This, along with the team’s extraordinary devotion and expertise invested in crafting this one-of-a-kind wine, makes for an exceptional combination.”— CHARLES WILLIAMS, CELLAR MASTER
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