South Africa dedicates the month of August to honouring the power, resilience, and grace of women, both those who came before and those shaping the future. It’s a time of reflection, celebration, and appreciation. And what better way to raise a toast than with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon—a wine that embodies strength, depth, and timeless elegance.
Much like the women we celebrate, Cabernet Sauvignon is bold and unapologetic. It makes its presence known with structure and substance, unveiling layers of complexity that deepen with every sip. From its notes of dark berries and cassis to whispers of cedar and spice, it offers a richness that reflects the multifaceted stories of women; resilient, grounded, and refined through time.
As the new month settles in with its late-winter hush in the Southern Hemisphere, it brings with it the quiet anticipation of spring, and the perfect excuse to open a bottle of Jonkershoek Cabernet Sauvignon. This noble red, with its rich tannins and dark fruit flavours, is a warming companion as the evenings still bite with cold and fireplaces crackle to life.
August marks a time of both reflection and quiet transformation in the vineyard. While the vines lie dormant, cellar teams begin preparing for the energy of spring, and harvest planning looms just on the horizon. What better way to honour that balance of rest and readiness than with a glass of Cabernet—structured, grounded, and built to age?
Let’s celebrate the women in your life with a bottle of Cabernet that’s just as full of character. Pair it with meals cooked from the heart. Slow-braised stews, rich mushroom risottos, or a perfectly grilled steak all complement Cabernet’s bold, earthy notes. Or enjoy it in good conversation, where stories are shared and laughter lingers. Pair it with slow-cooked winter dishes like rosemary lamb shank, a hearty oxtail potjie, or a wedge of mature cheddar. Or simply let the wine shine on its own, sipped slowly by the fire while August unfolds its final frosts.
This Women’s Month, raise your glass with purpose. Make it meaningful. Make it bold. Make it Cabernet Sauvignon.
