Socially responsible wine

Lubanzi Red Blend 2018

Cape Town, South Africa

Composition: 42% Shiraz, 34% Cinsault, 15% Mourvèdre, 9% Grenache

Alcohol: 13.5%

$18.95

Mulberry and spice aromas, black fruits. Vegan, fair trade certified

Lubanzi Wines

Founded in 2016 by two friends looking to create a socially responsible wine company named after a wandering dog, Lubanzi, they met on a backpacking trip. They share 50% of their profits annually with farm workers via a non-profit.

South Africa Wine Region

Majority are located in the Western Cape near the coast. Divided into the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, and Northern Cape. The wine is influenced by two oceans, and multiple varietals are grown here. Some notable blends are French-style (two or more of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec), Shiraz-led (Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier), and Cape (30-70% must be pinotage).