COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Anthonij Rupert Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 originates from the Franschhoek Valley in the Western Cape, South Africa, produced by Anthonij Rupert Wines. This single-varietal wine is crafted with a philosophy of matching grape varietals to specific terroirs to achieve high-quality fruit. The Anthonij Rupert range is considered the flagship of the winery, focusing on expressing the character of the varietal and its location. The 2016 vintage was influenced by a dry growing season, leading to concentrated fruit characteristics.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A portion of the grapes are grown on decomposed granite soils.
Fact 02
The wine undergoes a cold soak before natural fermentation.
Fact 03
It's aged for 18-24 months in French oak, with a high proportion of new oak.
Fact 04
Bottle-aged for an additional 24 months before release.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 begins with hand-picked grapes that undergo optical sorting. A cold soak is employed before natural fermentation takes place in large wooden tanks or barrels. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18-24 months in French oak, with a high proportion of new oak. It is then bottle-aged for an additional 24 months before its release.
