Anthonij Rupert
Cabernet Franc 2017
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | South Africa (South Africa) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Aging | Natural malolactic fermentation in barrel; aged for 18–24 months in new 225-litre French oak barrels; bottled unfiltered and matured in bottle for one year. |
- Origin and vintage: South Africa, Franschhoek (coastal region), 2017 harvest
- Grape variety and style: 100% Cabernet Franc, still dry red, with a juicy and refined profile
- Aromas: hints of graphite and earth, red fruits, blueberries and blackcurrant leaf
- Ageing: 18–24 months in new 225-litre French oak barriques, followed by 1 year in bottle
- Serving: decant for 1 hour, serve at 16–20 °C; silky and persistent finish
Description
What kind of wine it is
This still red wine by Anthonij Rupert precisely enhances the varietal character of Cabernet Franc. It reveals earthy and graphite aromas, combined with hints of blueberry and delicate cherry blossom. On the palate, it is succulent, offering clear notes of small red fruits enriched with cocoa and cinnamon. The structure is supported by fine tannins that ensure excellent grip on the palate, leaving the fruit as the absolute protagonist. The balance between intensity and smoothness culminates in a silky finish, elegant and highly persistent.
Where it comes from
Originating from the prestigious Coastal Region of South Africa, in the Franschhoek area, this wine draws its unmistakable mineral imprint from the soil. The land imparts the characteristic graphite and earthy notes that define the entire sip. Production enhances the agricultural heritage of the historic L’Ormarins estate. The unique microclimate of this South African terroir results in a profile of great composure, where the power of dark fruit finds perfect balance in a measured and structured texture.
How it is produced
The winemaking process prioritises the utmost respect for the grapes, starting with careful manual harvesting followed by transport at low temperatures. After a rigorous double selection, the berries reach the fermenters by gravity. A brief cold maceration precedes the start of fermentation, followed by the malolactic phase which occurs spontaneously in wood, leading to a long maturation in new French oak barrels. To preserve every aromatic nuance, the wine undergoes no filtration and rests for an additional year before being released to the market.
History and Curiosities
Born on the historic seventeenth-century estate of L’Ormarins, the Cabernet Franc 2017 by Anthonij Rupert is a tribute to the founder’s brother and to the South African Huguenot heritage. This exclusive production, limited to just fourteen barrels, reflects a handcrafted approach that involves a complete absence of filtration to preserve the authenticity of the terroir. Stored in the renowned Private Cellar and matured in bottle for a year, this wine expresses, in every sip, the historical continuity and absolute dedication of this celebrated winery.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
| Name | Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Franc 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | South Africa |
| Vendor | Anthonij Rupert |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born on the historic seventeenth-century estate of L’Ormarins, the Cabernet Franc 2017 by Anthonij Rupert is a tribute to the founder’s brother and to the South African Huguenot heritage. This exclusive production, limited to just fourteen barrels, reflects a handcrafted approach that involves a complete absence of filtration to preserve the authenticity of the terroir. Stored in the renowned Private Cellar and matured in bottle for a year, this wine expresses, in every sip, the historical continuity and absolute dedication of this celebrated winery. |
| Origin | Franschhoek, Sudafrica |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; vinification with manual selection and gravity feeding, cold maceration; natural malolactic fermentation in barrel; ageing for 18–24 months in new 225-litre French oak barrels; bottled unfiltered and matured in bottle for one year |
| Wine making | In the winery, whole grapes undergo a double manual selection and are then transferred by gravity into the fermenters; each batch undergoes cold maceration for several days and is then slowly brought up to temperature. Malolactic fermentation occurs naturally in barrel. Aged for 18-24 months in new 225-litre French oak barrels, bottled unfiltered and matured in bottle for one year. |
| Aging | Natural malolactic fermentation in barrel; aged for 18–24 months in new 225-litre French oak barrels; bottled unfiltered and matured in bottle for one year. |
| Total acidity | 5.4 gr/L |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Residual sugar | 2.1 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |