Le Riche Steynsrust Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Stellenbosch
R1,050
‘Less oaky than the CWG bottling from the same vineyard and a year younger as well, this is a very smart varietal Cabernet Sauvignon from Atlantic Ocean-influenced Firgrove. Structured, serious and focused, it’s a youthful yet very well-balanced red with violet and rocket aromas, muscular tannins, perfumed 75% new wood and a toasty finish. Give it time. 2027-40’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2024, 94/100
‘Grapes from a Firgrove property planted in 1997 and subsequently uprooted. Red and black berries, violets, herbs, earth, vanilla and pencil shavings on the nose. The palate has an austerity about it – linear and fresh with very dry tannins. Alc: 14.5%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100
‘Fresh cherry aromas and spearmint play alongside a mint chocolate complexity on the nose. The aromas are mirrored on the entry with overall elegance exuded throughout. A chalkier tannin coupled with balanced acidity ensure an appetising, juicy edge. A Cabernet Sauvignon brimming with flavour yet with a delicate underlying elegance and a refined, long finish.’ – Winemaker
‘Grapes from a Firgrove property planted in 1997 and subsequently uprooted. Red and black berries, violets, herbs, earth, vanilla and pencil shavings on the nose. The palate has an austerity about it – linear and fresh with very dry tannins. Alc: 14.5%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100
‘Fresh cherry aromas and spearmint play alongside a mint chocolate complexity on the nose. The aromas are mirrored on the entry with overall elegance exuded throughout. A chalkier tannin coupled with balanced acidity ensure an appetising, juicy edge. A Cabernet Sauvignon brimming with flavour yet with a delicate underlying elegance and a refined, long finish.’ – Winemaker
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Christo Le Riche |
| Alcohol | 15.06% |
| Blend information | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Rating | TA 94 |
| Technical analysis | RS: 1.8 g/L | TA: 5.6 g/L | PH: 3.82 |
| Producer information | Le Riche was founded in 1996 by Etienne le Riche, one of the founding members of the Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG). Situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, it is now run by Etienne’s son, Christo and daughter, Yvonne. Le Riche are known for premium red wines in a classic South African style. Grapes are selected from top growers in Stellenbosch, coming from mainly two soil types – decomposed granite soils and sandy gravel. The winemaking approach is traditionally simplistic, yet innovative. |
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