Rupert Protea Cabernet Sauvignon – South Africa

Winemaking: the grapes are picked by hand in the early morning hours to ensure that the flavours stay intact. Grapes are then transported to the cellar and transferred into 10 000l stainless steel tanks. This is followed by alcoholic fermentation. After fermentation the wine is drained from the skins and the skins are pressed. The free run wine and the press wine are matured in 2nd- and 3rd fill 225l and 500l french oak barrels and stainless steel tanks for approximately 12 months. In the vineyard: these grapes are specially selected primarily from the groenekloof ward in the darling area. This area is unique for its warm days and cool nights. This aspect together with the deep red soils is beautifully expressed in the wine as a mix between dark- and red fruit flavours with good concentration and a soft juicy tannin structure. Tasting note: appealing aromas of black berry fruits with a light spice and violet overlay. Juicy ripe and softly rounded in the mouth with ample black be