Rupert & Rothschild Western Cape Baron Edmond 2000 83 Points

Rupert & Rothschild Western Cape Baron Edmond 2000 83 Points


Clear, bright, deep ruby with brown rim, medium plus concentration and medium viscosity, no evidence of gas or sediment.


Clean, tertiary note evident, macerated cherries in kirsch, blackcurrant, earthy gamey touch, leathery complexity, small French oak evident.
Dry, medium alcohol, medium tannin, new flavours of earthy and dark mushroom note follows through, medium acidity, elegant and savory notes of black olives.

26 months in 100 % New French oak, inclusion of Darling fruit, a blend of 10 % Cabernet Franc, 30 % Merlot and 60 % Cabernet Sauvignon, to be enjoyed now until 2015