Damascene Vineyards

Cabernet Franc 'Stellenbosch'

Cabernet Franc 'Stellenbosch'

Cabernet Franc Stellenbosch Damascene
  • 100% Cabernet Franc
  • Sourced from the cooler east-facing slopes of the Bottelary, planted in 2004
  • Decomposed granite
  • Hand harvested
  • Bunches were de-stemmed and gravity-fed into tulip-shaped concrete fermenters, where whole berries were cold-soaked for 3 days before primary fermentation commenced
  • Fermented with indigenous yeast, with temperatures peaking at 28C
  • Aged for 11 months in 1000-Liter French oak vats
  • The wine was racked once prior, two weeks before bottling
  • Bottled unfined

Info

Vintage:
2022
Country:
South Africa
Region:
Stellenbosch
Appellation:
Stellenbosch
Variety:
Cabernet Franc
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable

Sizes Available

Full Bottle ZA-DAM-40-22 6/750ml

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Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
92
Date
2023-11-06
"Seductive on the nose with wild strawberries, raspberries, cassis, violets and freshly ground peppercorns. Medium body with finely grained tannins. Suave and balanced with a velvety texture complementing the creamy core of bright berries and cherries at the center. Focused with a harmonious finish. Drink or hold."