Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Protea Coastal Region Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 86+ Points
Protea Coastal Region Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 86+ Points
Clear, bright, garnet with slight brown rim.
Clean, high intensity, still primary, contrary to what color may suggest (high Ph?), blackcurrant, cassis, red plums, earthy, stony minerals, delicately oaked with hints of cedar and tobacco, complex and layered, fine Cabernet fruit definition.
Dry with some residual sugar, plump, full bodied, juicy with eucalyptus and minty spices, toasty, moderate plus alcohol (13.5%), finishes on a mocha note. Fruit driven, honest Cabernet, over delivers on price point at less than R 40 p/b trade price!
Protea Cabernet Sauvignon is made on L’ormarins in Franschhoek, from fruits source within the Coastal Region!