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Grand Plaisir Red 2020

Grand Plaisir Red 2020

€42,50
€62,38
Tax included.

Plaisir Grand Plaisir

OVERVIEW

The Grand Plaisir is the estate’s flagship red blend, crafted only in excellent vintages from old vineyards on the foothills of the Simonsberg. Using classical Bordeaux varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec — the wine is dense, structured and built for longevity.
This is the pinnacle of Plaisir’s red winemaking: refined, powerful, and deeply expressive of terroir.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Perfect for wine lovers who appreciate:

  • age-worthy, structured Bordeaux blends

  • premium flagship red wines

  • deep fruit concentration with classical elegance

  • collectible bottles and milestone gifts

Ideal for cellars, gifting, and fine dining.

TASTING NOTES

Appearance: Dark garnet with an inky core.
Aromas: Black cherry, cassis, cigar box, violets, graphite and baking spice.
Palate: Dense layers of black fruit, cedar, dark chocolate, pencil lead and savoury complexity.
Texture: Firm, polished tannins with exceptional length and layering.
Finish: Long, powerful and persistent, unmistakably a flagship wine.

FOOD PAIRING

Pair with:

  • braised lamb shank

  • venison loin

  • oxtail ragu

  • prime rib roast

  • truffle-infused dishes

Serve at 16–18°C.

SERVING TIPS & DETAILS

  • Style: Premium Bordeaux blend

  • Serve: 16–18°C

  • Drink: 10–20 years

  • Oak: Extended French oak ageing

  • Alcohol: ±14.5%

  • Cellaring: Excellent longevity

REVIEWS & ACCOLADES 

Vivino impressions:

“Full-bodied, refined and beautifully integrated.”
“Powerful but silky — a true flagship wine.”

Rating: 4.1–4.3★

FAQ's

Dry? Yes.
Oaked? Significant but refined.
Age-worthy? Very, 10+ years.
Unique? Multi-varietal mountain blend.
Good for gifting? One of the best choices on the estate.

Customer Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Established in 1693 by Huguenot Charles Marais, and has over 300 years of winemaking heritage.

“Plaisir” means “pleasure” in French—a nod to the estate’s heritage and founder Charles Marais’ hometown, Le Plessis Marly.

It is said that griffin gargoyles protect the estate and vineyards from evil spirits.

Wine and gin tastings, cellar tours, biking/hiking trails, and the Franschhoek Wine Tram.

You may request a return only if the bottles you receive do not match the bottles listed on your official order receipt. To ensure accuracy and swift processing, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery.