English tasting term
How to pronounce Cape Blend
Cape Blend is pronounced KAYP BLEND. The main stress falls on BLEND.
KAYP BLEND
What is Cape Blend?
A distinctively South African red wine blend that must contain between 30-70% Pinotage, with the remainder typically comprising Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Shiraz. The category was created to showcase South Africa's unique winemaking identity through its signature grape Pinotage in a blended context.
Tips for saying it
Often heard as KAYP BLENT.
In English, a final d stays voiced, so don't turn it into a t: KAYP BLEND.
Often heard as KAHP BLEND.
In English, the a in Cape is pronounced ay as in day, not like German Kap: KAYP BLEND.
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