Riebeeksrivier Western Slopes 2019
Riebeeksrivier Western Slopes 2019
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Anthonij Rupert — Riebeeksrivier Western Slopes 2019
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Anthonij Rupert Winery
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 Riebeeksrivier Western Slopes is a high-quality dry and intense red wine from South Africa, with aromas of cherry, spices, and lavender. It consists of a cuvée of various grape varieties, including Shiraz, Grenache, and Carignan.
The wine presents itself in a deep ruby red with violet reflections and has an intense bouquet of dark berries, spices, and a hint of vanilla and oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and balanced, with ripe tannins and flavors of black cherries, blackberries, and pepper, culminating in a long and elegant 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.