2010 Raats Cabernet Franc x 6 bottles 750ml

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R3,900 - R6,500

2010 Raats Cabernet Franc x 6 bottles 750ml

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PLEASE NOTE THIS WINE IS IN JOHANNESBURG
Established in 2000 and located in the Polkadraai Hills of the striking Stellenbosch winelands, the Raats Family winery was originally a partnership between brothers Bruwer and Jasper Raats (who stepped away from the business after some time). Bruwer and Jasper’s father, Jasper Senior, acted as viticulturist during the foundational stages of the winery, but sadly passed away in 2009, leaving Bruwer Raats to continue on the family legacy. Determined to succeed and keeping it in the family, Bruwer appointed cousin Gavin Bruwer as Winemaker and Viticulturist in 2010, ensuring the rise of the winery continued from strength to strength.

All from Stellenbosch and grown only on decomposed dolomite granite, which gives a great acidity and freshness to the wine and adds minerality to the finish. Raats Cabernet Franc comes from vineyards planted on cooler, southern facing slopes in Stellenbosch. The vines range from 18 to 25 years old. Once fermentation was complete, the wine was basket pressed and racked to stainless steel tanks for malolactic fermentation. It was aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (25% new, 25% second fill, 25% third fill and 25% fourth fill) and bottled without fining or filtration.

This sexy, uber-elegant Cabernet Franc shows the stunning heights this grape can attain! It combines a core of luscious blackberry, black cherry, and plum with expressive notes of cinnamon, tobacco, coffee, and spice. Silky tannins caress the palate, and hints of dark chocolate and a great minerality. This wine has a long and supple finish.

Platter Wine Guide 4.5 Stars
Neil Martin, The Wine Advocate 92/100