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Raats Cabernet Franc Dolomite 2022

Raats Cabernet Franc Dolomite 2022

Raats Dolomite Cabernet Franc 2022 – Loire soul, Stellenbosch power
This bold, elegant red shows why Raats is SA’s Cabernet Franc master. Mineral soils, whole bunches and neutral oak give it purity, spice, and grip. Loire in style, but with Stellenbosch confidence.

A red wine from Stellenbosch that costs €16.95, on average has 89.26 points. You gain 1.74 points.
A red wine from Stellenbosch with 91 points costs on average €48.11. That's 65% 'savings'.

Rating: VN91
Lead time: 1 - 2 weeks

Original price was: € 16.95.Current price is: € 12.71.

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Description

Bruwer Raats has carved a global reputation as South Africa’s Cabernet Franc specialist. His Dolomite bottling is named after the decomposed dolomite granite soils of Stellenbosch, which give this wine its elegance and graphite-tinged character. The 2022 vintage is crafted with 40% whole bunches and aged in a mix of neutral oak and concrete, showcasing finesse, purity, and precision. Expect vibrant red and black fruit, cracked pepper, and a Loire-like savoury freshness.

Grape:Cabernet Franc
Country:South Africa
Region:Coastal Region
Subregion:Stellenbosch
Vintage:2022
Winemaker:Raats
Wine Style:Red
Size:75CL
Rating:VN91
Lead Time:1 – 2 weeks
Drinking Window:2025 – 2035
SKU:TL-10314
Points gain:A red wine from Stellenbosch that costs €16.95, on average has 89.26 points. You gain 1.74 points.
Price comparison:A red wine from Stellenbosch with 91 points costs on average €48.11. That’s 65% ‘savings’.

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Rating:VN91
Reviewer:Neal Martin, Vinous
Review:The 2022 Cabernet Franc Dolomite underwent a triple sorting and includes 40% whole bunch. It was basket-pressed and fermented in stainless steel tanks, with 50% aged in concrete vats and 50% in neutral French oak. This has a potent nose with a mixture of red and black fruit, red bell pepper and cracked black peppercorns, veering more toward the Loire than Bordeaux stylistically. The palate is medium-bodied with a savory opening and gentle grip. It’s quite peppery with an off-dry finish, tingling on the tongue afterward. This is no shy, retiring wallflower, but it is an impressive expression of the variety.

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