Pale ruby colored, with medium viscosity (13.5% ABV). The nose has medium (-) intensity aromas of cranberry, rhubarb, red cherry, vanilla, coffee, singed alder, and a slightly green herb note. The palate is dry with medium (+) acidity, a medium (-) body, and medium (-) tannins. Medium (+) intensity flavors of rhubarb, cranberry, red cherry, and charred wood. The finish is medium in length, slightly tart and very delicious. This wine started off with a muted nose, attacked with really enjoyable red fruit and has a delightful structure that is very appealing. This varietal is normally blended or used in rosé production. Seeing it as a stand alone was a no-brainer. Really yummy and worthy of 90 points. I would drink it till 2028 with lighter meat dishes, the delicacy of this wine does not need a big fatty Ribeye. For $17 a bottle, you gotta grab a few. 5 stars. Salut….
Fram Cinsault 2021, Citrusdal Mountain, South Africa
14 Wednesday May 2025
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