Cabernet Franc 2022
R 555.00
The Landscape Series is a range of six wines that show the best of Gabriëlskloof's vineyards, together with some special old vine treasures, and aims to give an honest representation of the elements that make them unique. We wanted the labels to reflect this approach and commissioned Niël Jonker – well-known for his landscape panels painted on location – to capture the spirit of our Overberg landscapes.
The 20-year-old vineyard is situated on a rocky mountainside site on the Gabriëlskloof property. The soil combines Overberg Shale and Table Mountain Sandstone.
Light lavender, mixed herbs and cranberry on the nose before a vibrant mix of raspberry compote, ripe black plums and rhubarb on the palate. The tannins have a lively grippy texture to them – ideal to counterbalance the juicier red fruit notes and sweet spice from careful oaking – that along with zippy acidity make for a moreish, dry finish.
Detailed tasting note here.
Collections: Red Wines, The Landscape Series