Boekenhoutskloof Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Boekenhoutskloof
Label Name:
 
Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
South Africa
Region:
 
Franschhoek (Western Cape).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.97%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon 88%, Cabernet Franc 12%.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable scores: Tim Atkin MW 96, James Suckling 94, Decanter 94, Neal Martin ~91, Robert Parker ~90 for the 2021 Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Note
Concentrated blackcurrant and blackberry, eucalyptus, graphite and dried herbs; spice, cocoa and leather notes. Firm, granular tannins, lively acidity and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast/rack of lamb, braised beef, game, aged hard cheeses, mushroom risotto. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Cantonese roasted duck, Szechuan-style braised beef, rich Malaysian rendang.

Production Method
Hand-harvested, sorted; cold maceration and spontaneous fermentation in concrete/egg vats; extended maceration, malolactic in barrel; ~22 months in French oak (c.95% new). Organic/vinification with low sulfur and vegan-friendly practices.

Vineyard Info
Boekenhoutskloof: historic Franschhoek estate (orig. 1776), revitalised under Marc Kent; sources fruit from two adjacent vineyards on deep alluvial and decomposed granitic soils. Renowned South African premium producer.