Spier Frans K Smit Red Blend 2017
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Super premium
LN
Lize-Marié Nieman (attending)
Spier Wine Farm
PN
Pierre Nortje - UK & Americas
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
RM
Retha Muller - Central Europe & Eastern Europe
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
DD
Danie De Kock
Export / Sales Manager, Spier Wine Farm
Description
The 2017 Red was made with grapes handpicked on the slopes of Helderberg — arguably the best place in South Africa to grow Bordeaux varietals. Forming 50% of the blend, majestic, mysterious Cabernet Sauvignon takes centre stage, with stellar Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot providing aroma and structure in memorable supporting roles. Offering dark fruits presence and traces of cigar box with tannins that are firm but amiably rounded.
Awards
92 pts Tim Atkin
5 stars Platter's South African Wine Guide
94 pts Wine Enthusiast Points
91 pts Vinous by Antonio Galloni
Certifications
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
3.3 g/l residual sugar
6.0 g/l acidity
3.57 pH
Aromas
Aroma intensity: intense
Fruit: moderate
Floral: minimal
Spice: moderate
Wood: intense
Taste
Body: complex
Tannins: moderate
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