Merlot 2021
Merlot 2021
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Weingut Anthonij Rupert
The Anthonij Rupert Winery, which still bears the name of the founder and is now managed by younger generations, is one of the most exciting projects in South African winemaking. Although one should actually speak in the plural. The Ruperts have long since crossed the boundaries once set by the slopes of the Groot Drakenstein Mountains in Franschhoek and today produce wine in four different regions.
Anthonij Rupert Wyne is a winery located in the picturesque Franschhoek Wine Valley in South Africa. Visitor facilities include the Franschhoek Motor Museum as well as two tasting rooms, each with its own unique offerings. A free tram service allows guests to shuttle between these facilities and make a day of their visit without having to drive themselves. Restaurant, wine tasting, museum, high tea service, panoramic tour, farm shop & private dining
Tasting notes
The Anthonij Rupert Merlot is an award-winning red wine produced by the South African Winery Anthonij Rupert Wyne. The wine comes from the vineyards of the Anthonij Rupert Winery in the Franschhoek Valley, which is known for its premium red wines.
The wine is made from 100% Merlot grapes, which are hand-harvested and carefully selected. After fermentation the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, giving it its rich and complex character.
Anthonij Rupert Merlot has a dark red color and an intense aroma of dark fruits such as blackcurrant, blackberry and cherry, along with notes of spice and tobacco. On the palate the wine is full-bodied and elegant with soft tannins and a long, lingering finish.
Grape Variety
Chenin Blanc is a widely cultivated, old white wine grape variety that has been grown in France (in Anjou – Touraine) since the 9th century. Compared to other white wine grape varieties, this variety is very productive. This leads to a very high quality of the white wine when reduced on the vine.
In South Africa, Chenin Blanc is the most widely grown white wine grape variety. The reason for this is primarily the very high diversity. For example, there are "wild-growing" vines (so-called Bush Vines) that are usually not irrigated. For this reason, the vines penetrate very deep into the ground with their roots to reach water. These Chenin Blancs therefore have a stronger depth and complexity.
The grape variety can also be aged very fresh and fruity in stainless steel tanks, developing into a very nice summer wine. Through the Aged in oak barrels, one obtains very complex and full-bodied white wines. The aromas of Chenin Blanc wines range from peach, apricot, and tropical fruits to honey and melon.