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Bordeaux-style Blend
Thelema Red
Thelema4.7(17 reviews)
Thelema Red is a masterful Bordeaux-style blend from the renowned Stellenbosch region of South Africa. Crafted from hand-selected Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes, it offers a rich, full-bodied experience with layers of dark fruit, cedar, and spice. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine showcases elegance and complexity, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or cellaring.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹2,500/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹100
per 30ml
ABV
14.5%
Region
South Africa
Category
Red Wine
Type
Premium
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Thelema Red stands as a benchmark within the Red Wine landscape. Produced by the legendary Thelema, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the kolkata market.
With an ABV of 14.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Dark cherry and blackcurrant, Cedar and tobacco, Vanilla and mocha, Fine-grained tannins, Long, lingering finish.
Flavor Intensity
sweet20%
smokey30%
spicy40%
fruity70%
body80%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Grilled ribeye steak🧀
Roasted leg of lamb🍫
Aged Gouda cheese“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat grapes are used in Thelema Red?
Thelema Red is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.
QHow long is Thelema Red aged?
It is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.
QWhat is the alcohol content of Thelema Red?
Thelema Red has an ABV of 14.5%.
QWhat food pairs well with Thelema Red?
It pairs excellently with grilled steak, roasted lamb, and aged cheeses.
QIs Thelema Red suitable for cellaring?
Yes, it can be cellared for 5-10 years to develop further complexity.
Customer Reviews
Real ratings from verified buyers and enthusiasts
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Verified Ratings
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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100% Verified Customer InsightsAll ratings originate from registered purchases within India and local excise beverages corporation outlets.
Latest Customer Feedbacks (3)
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Subhashis Sen
VerifiedSalt Lake, Kolkata • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Salt Lake and picked up Thelema Red. At ₹2,500 in Kolkata, this represents incredible value. The notes of Dark cherry and blackcurrant and Cedar and tobacco pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Kosha. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
VerifiedPark Street, Kolkata • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Wine by Thelema. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Dark cherry and blackcurrant and Vanilla and mocha. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Park Street was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Kabiraji!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
VerifiedBallygunge, Kolkata • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Thelema's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Cedar and tobacco. At the Kolkata price of ₹2,500, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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