2013 MR de Compostella, Raats Family Wines, Stellenbosch, South Africa

A blend of five grapes (Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot), and a collaboration of two winemakers, Bruwer Raats and Mzokhona Mvemve, this is balance personified (or should I say vinified). An opulent nose of expensive oak leads onto a silky, sensuous palate which is restrained by freshness and precision. This is the mark of great winemaking: the ability to create a wine of hedonistic pleasure, but knowing when to rein it in. Marvellous.

Pricing
In bond
Duty Paid
Bottle
From a client
3 available
£81.80
Buy Duty Paid

WINE DETAILS

  • Region & country
    Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa
  • Grape
    41% Cabernet Franc
    19% Cabernet Sauvignon
    17% Malbec/Auxerrois
    14% Merlot
    9% Petit Verdot
  • Maturity
    Ready 2017 - 2030
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    14.5%
2013 MR de Compostella, Raats Family Wines, Stellenbosch, South Africa