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Located in South Africa, Stellenbosch is a very important district. Just 30 miles east of Capetown, Stellenbosch is the second oldest settlement in the country. The wine producing wards are Simonsberg-Stellenbosch, Jonkershoek Valley, Bottelary, Banghoek, Dvon Valley, Papegaaiberg, and Polkadraai Hills.
Stellenbosch was nicknamed, “The City of Oaks,” because of the oak trees that were planted by Simon van der Stel who founded Stellenbosch and was the mayor of Cape Town. The well-drained terrain is hilly with the majority of vineyards located at 330 Feet above sea level. The Cape Fold Mountain range shelters the valleys. The first wine vineyards were planted by German settlers, known as Huguenot, in 1690.
The climate in Stellenbosch is Mediterranean and perfect for viticulture. The winters are rainy, cool, and occasionally windy with daytime temperatures averaging about 61°. Occasionally snow flurries occur two or three times a year. Autumn and spring are considered shoulder seasons with average temperatures at the 68° mark. Summers are generally dry and hot.
The variety of soils in Stellenbosch range from decomposed granite on the hillsides, dark, alluvial soils that drain well in the valley. The combination results in high-quality red wines. Notable reds in the region include Shiraz, Pintoage, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Prominent white wines include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Chenin Blanc.
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Raats MR Mvemve Raats de Compostella is made from 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot
The name de Compostella (meaning “field of stars” or “compilation of stars”) was chosen to reflect the fact that each component is crafted to stand alone as a world class varietal wine. The wine exhibits a deep, dark ruby color. Blackcurrant and black cherry fruit with hints of violets, cedar and cinnamon are revealed on the nose. The palate is rich and complex with mineral, blackberry fruit and dark chocolate on the finish. The five Bordeaux varietals harmoniously convene in this consistent, linear flavor profile that is polished with a well-defined finish.
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he 2020 De Compostella is composed of 30% Cabernet Franc, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Malbec, 16% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Beginning with a focused, juicy and complex nose of dark red fruits, the wine has impeccable balance between oak, fruit and earthy floral tones. Full-bodied and with succulent acidity, the palette offers a firm frame of fine-grained tannins, while the fruit profile makes way for elegant earth and notes of crème de cassis sway with subtle flavors of sage and spiced plum. The red blend continues to somersault and reveal its complexities over the long-lingering and ever-evolving finish. Be patient with this exceptional wine
-Wine Advocate 95 Points
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Double Diamond Oakville Proprietary Red is made from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 25% Cabernet Franc.
"The inaugural release of the 2021 Proprietary Red Wine upholds the level of excellence expected from winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. It expresses a fragrant perfume of ripe red cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate, mingled with bell pepper, iron, and vanilla bean. On the palate, generous red and blue fruits are complemented by blackberry compote, dark chocolate, and espresso. The wine has silky tannins, food-friendly acidity, and a lingering finish. It is ready to drink upon release but will cellar well for years to come."
60% Cabernet Franc, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot
The 2019 Paramour entices with notes of blueberry, iris, leather, chocolate cake, and cigar on the nose. A rich attack of layers of flavor include cherry, plum, coffee, and chocolate with bright acidity. Soft and silky tannins lead to a long finish, with cherry, blueberry, plum, and currant lingering on the palate.
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A blend of 60% Cabernet Franc, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Merlot, the 2019 Paramour Proprietary Red was sourced from the Schifflet, Hudson and Stagecoach Vineyards. Blessed with floral notes, licorice and black cherries on the nose, this looks like the pick of the litter and is one reason why Napa Cabernet Franc prices are what they are. This is full-bodied and rich yet seemingly weightless, despite being concentrated, long and velvety. This is just lovely stuff.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 97 Points
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