Anthonij Rupert
From its home base on historic L’Ormarins wine farm beneath the jagged peaks of the Groot Drakenstein mountain in Franschhoek, Anthonij Rupert Wines has cast its net wide, across the length and breadth of the Cape winelands, in search of what it takes to make the finest wines this corner of the winemaking world has to offer.
Anthonij Rupert Merlot 2006Layers of integrated fruit aromas with a velvety mouth-feel full of richness and depth. Ripe red plums and dark berries on the palate enhance the delicate perfume of this wine. |
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Anthonij Rupert Syrah 2005Rich and full-bodied with dark chocolate and mocha on the palate followed by warm spices and ground pepper. This wine is dense with smooth tannins and a long finish. |
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Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon 2005A dense and intense, yet elegant wine with dark berried fruit, cassis, cigar box and cedar wood. |
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Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Franc 2006Flavours of raspberries and blackcurrant, white pepper, warm spices and violets. This well structured wine has a good density and long finish. |
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L'Ormarins Sauvignon Blanc 2009Citrus and mineral flavours with slight tropical undertones. Racy flavours typical of Sauvignon harvested from the gentler cooler climates and a lingering finish. |
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L'Ormarins Sauvignon Blanc Reserve 2007An intense and fresh yet rounded wine showing lime and freshly cut grass with hints of green apple peel. A crisp natural acidity which vibrantly expresses the natural aromas and flavours of this varietal. |
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L'Ormarins Chardonnay 2008Citrus, almond and nutty flavours are well underlined by eight months of wood-ageing in French oak enhanced by a good natural acid and integrated wood. |
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L'Ormarins Optima 2005An intense wine, balancing red berries, crushed cherries and spice with hints of cinnamon and chocolate. Fruit aromas complement by hints of caramel backed by a firm tannin structure. |
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L'Ormarins Port NVClassically constructed and generously built, this port displays sumptuous flavours of fruitcake, crushed spice and roasted nuts. |
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Terra del Capo Pinot Grigio 2009Granny smith peel, white pear and slight tropical notes. These follow through on the palate delivering a smooth, fresh mouth-feel with a well balanced acidity. |
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Terra del Capo Sangiovese 2008Hints of smokiness (cherry tobacco) combined with earthy mineral elements and rich fruit flavours such as prunes, apricots and peaches. This wine has an elegant tannin structure that ends softly with a slightly sweet sensation. |
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Terra del Capo Arné 2006A dense yet elegant wine with a lingering finish. Red cherries, a touch of spice, herbs and cigars are carried by a generous, silky mouthfeel and soft, well-rounded tannins. |
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Protea Chenin Blanc 2009The Chenin blanc shows aromas of stone fruit, citrus and some floral notes. Good fruit structure, voluptuous mouth feel and a long finish. |
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Protea Sauvignon Blanc 2009The wine shows typical Sauvignon characters of passion fruit, melon and tropical aromas with mineral undertones. Luscious and full with finely balanced acidity and a dry finish. |
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Protea Shiraz 2008Smoky dark fruit, classy rather than voluptuous, smooth and appealing with spice infused flavours. |
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Protea Merlot 2008The wine shows dark fruit, mint and bitter chocolate. Good structure, subtle spice and firm tannins. |
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Protea Cabernet Sauvignon 2008Typical Cabernet dark berry, cassis, mineral and mocha tones. Full ripe fruit flavours with an accessible structure. |
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