Anthonij Rupert Optima 2020
Type: Red
Country: South Africa
Region: Franschoek Valley
Grape Variety: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Rating: 93 Robert Parker Points
Climate: Warm continental climate
Terroir: Vines grow on decomposed granite. Yield: 6.8ton/ha
Winemaking: All components were sorted using an optical sorting system to ensure that only the best grapes were utilized. The wine underwent a lengthy post-fermentation maceration after being dry-skinned fermented. French oak and stainless steel tanks were used for fermentation in order to enhance complexity. In the barrel, the malolactic fermentation was finished, and then the wine was racked off the lees. Before the final blend, each component was matured separately for 20 months in 225L French oak barrels, with 30% of those barrels being first fill
Color: Dark red
Nose: Violet, blackberry, cherry, cocoa, spice, and fruit cake scent
Palate: The mouth is soft, rounded, velvety, and loving with a dry tail with the same ripe and rich flavours. It is supple, textured, and elegant, offering focus, structure, and a velvety appeal. Layered, complex, cohesive, and satisfying
About the Winery:
Anthonij Rupert Wine was founded on the farm, L’Ormarins in Franschhoek. Originally owned by the late Anthonij Rupert, the farm was taken over by his brother Johann Rupert in 2003 and the company was renamed after him.
Johann Rupert constructed a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, catapulting the farm into a prestigious wine estate and sprawling enterprise.
Wines are produced under 5 brands: Protea wines, Terra del Capo Italian varietal wines, Cape of Good Hope site-specific wines and the Anthonij Rupert flagship range.
