A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines - Cinsault "Ramnasgras" 2023 (750ml)
Price: $63.99
| Producer | A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Varietal | Cinsault |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Sku | 204591 |
| Size | 750ml |
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A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines Description
Adi Badenhorst grew up among the vineyards of Groot Constantia, where his grandfather served as general manager for 46 years. As a child, Adi spent his days picking (and occasionally stealing) grapes and made his first wine at the age of thirteen, with renowned winemaker Jean Daneel. Adi studied at Elsenburg, then went to work harvest at Chateau Angelus & Alain Graillot in France, Wither Hills in NZ and locally at Simonsig, Steenberg & Groote Post. He spent nine years as winemaker at the esteemed Stellenbosch estate, Rustenberg.
In 2008, Adi and his cousin Hein bought a 148 acre (60 ha) piece of land in the Swartland appellation, and A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines was born. Since its inception, the cousins have remained committed to the tenets of the family estate: to practice biological farming and make natural wines in the traditional manner. Over time they have aquired more vineyards and today farm 395 acres (160 ha).
100% Cinsault; alcohol: 12%; estate vineyard in Paardesberg, Swartland; vines planted in decomposed granite in 1954
Tasting Note: Concentrated aromas of red cherry and raspberry fruit, earthiness and some spice. The palate is delicious with distinct fruit flavors, bright acidity and gentle tannins.
James Suckling: 94 Points
Thyme, rosemary, tea leaves, lavender, olives and brambleberries on the nose of this fragrant and supple red. It’s medium-bodied, and while not high in acidity, has a very fresh, silky feel. Long and charming.
Vinous: 91 Points
The 2023 Cinsault Ramnasgras comes from a single vineyard parcel planted in the 1960s, raised in concrete vat. This is more vigorous on the nose than the Ringmuur, displaying raspberry, wild strawberry and a touch of vanilla. The palate is ripe and juicy with the small amount of Grenache lending flesh on the finish.
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