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I have a preposterous, unscientific theory that whatever continent a person’s genetics predominantly originate from, that person will have a natural inclination and predisposition toward things of that region. Not always, but usually.

I readily admit that my crackpot theory may not even be true, so there’s no need to fuss with me about it. It’s just something that I like to believe.

I’ve already told you I’m not a big wine drinker, but of all the wines of the world,
South African wine sits best with my body composition. I can stomach this regional wine, it doesn’t give me a headache, and it doesn’t make me nauseous. I prefer the taste, texture, and aroma of it! It just feels right for me, and it pairs so well with the Afro-Caribbean food that I love!

Kumala South African wines are casual, fruit-forward, easy-drinking wines with bold varietal flavor. Produced from fruit grown in the ancient soils of South Africa’s Western Cape, Kumala is the perfect way to introduce your friends and family to South Africa’s rich history of wine making.

A casual South African wine to entice your sense of discovery and adventure, Kumala wines feature four varietals that offer something different from other New World wine regions. An upfront Chardonnay, a classic Cabernet, a rich Merlot, a fruit-intense Shiraz, and a refreshing Sauvignon Blanc are grown from the ground up in the Western Cape of South Africa.

The Kumala web site features a fabulous instruction guide to wine tasting that you may find useful.

As for food pairing with Kumala wines…

Kumala Pairing Table

The following table outlines general dishes that are well suited for Kumala’s
South African wine varietals:

Kumala Chardonnay - Upfront citrus aromas and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, stone and tropical fruit flavors are well balanced. Crisp acidity is refreshing and enhances the bright lemon and toast flavors that persist on the finish. White meats,
light pastas, pastas in cream sauce, white fish, shellfish, and mild cheeses go well with this wine.

Kumala Cabernet Sauvignon - Classic Cabernet aromas of cassis and blackberry abound with an underlying note of spice. Juicy black currant and berry flavors run through the long finish. Tannins are firm and ripe. Steak, ribs, lamb, hamburgers, or bleu cheese pair excellently with this beverage.

Kumala Merlot - Enticing aromas of soft plum are lightly accented with dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is rich with blackberry, plum and black currant flavors; tannins are smooth and supple. Steak, ribs, and aged cheeses are a good match for this Merlot.

Kumala Shiraz - Ripe red and black berry fruit aromas are followed by rich fruit flavors with peppery spice and a smokiness on the finish. Steaks, grilled lamb chops, barbecued ribs, and pizza are divine when matched with this lovely Shiraz.

I’m making myself hungry…and thirsty!