The Last Elephant is the flagship red wine of Franschhoek Cellar, created as a tribute to the elephants that once roamed the Franschhoek Valley. Crafted from carefully selected vineyard parcels, this Bordeaux-style blend represents richness, finesse and longevity. Powerful yet beautifully balanced, The Last Elephant stands among the Cape’s most refined premium blends, offering depth, structure and impressive ageing potential
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep, dense ruby with a dark garnet rim.
Nose: Complex and expressive. Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, blackberry compote and ripe plum are layered with cedarwood, tobacco leaf, mocha, graphite and a touch of earthy spice.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured with a luxurious, velvety texture. Concentrated black fruit flows across the palate—cassis, black cherry and mulberry—supported by polished tannins and well-integrated oak. Hints of dark chocolate, clove, vanilla pod and crushed herbs add sophistication and depth.
Finish: Long, powerful and elegant with lingering black fruit, spice and fine-grained tannins. A wine built for longevity.
Awards and Accolades:
Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report 2025 - 93 pts Michelangelo 2025 - Gold Platter’s 2025 - 4.5 Stars IWSC 2024 Gold - 95 pts
Technical Details
Producer: Franschhoek Cellar, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Wine Style: Bordeaux-style red blend
Grape Composition: Typically Cabernet Sauvignon-led, supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec (varies slightly by vintage)
Maturation: Extended ageing in French oak barrels (substantial new oak component)
Alcohol: ±14.5% ABV
Bottle Size: 750ml
Cellaring Potential: 10–15+ years
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
At checkout, you will be presented with delivery options and corresponding rates. These rates are provided directly by our courier partners and are displayed as is. On rare occasions, a courier may generate an incorrect delivery rate due to issues with the address recognition. In such cases, we will arrange for an alternative courier to deliver your order at a similar rate to the original cost.
We believe in offering transparency in our delivery fees and, as such, do not include any delivery costs in our product pricing. We do not profit from delivery fees.
Third-Party Couriers:
For the majority of our orders, we rely on third-party courier services for delivery. Regular notifications will be sent and on the day of delivery the couriers will notify you via sms, call or email . If the courier is unable to reach you, we will get in touch with you to arrange an alternative solution.
Please note, you will be required to sign upon delivery, and the drivers may request a form of identification.
If there is something wrong with your product, we will gladly issue a full refund of 100% of your purchase amount. To process this, please reach out to us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za as soon as possible, and we will guide you through the refund process.
Order Cancellations: If you need to cancel your order, simply email us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za, and we’ll assist you with the cancellation process. Please note, cancellations will incur a small fee of 10%, which covers the transaction fees we incur for processing each order. If your order has already been shipped, please be aware that the shipping fee is non-refundable.
Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
If you find that there is an issue with your product, you are eligible to return it to us. Here’s how you can initiate the return:
Exceptions to Returns:
Sale or Special Offer Items: Only regular-priced items are eligible for a refund. Unfortunately, items purchased on sale or as part of a special offer cannot be refunded.
