2017 Rall Cinsault
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The 2017 Cinsault comes from Darling and Swartland (it was previously just the former) from vines planted around 38 years ago. It is 100% whole bunch with a very quick ferment, pressed off after a week. It has a very pure bouquet of black currant, raspberry and cranberry scents that displays a very Burgundian-like personality. The palate is medium-bodied with fine structure, quite saline on the entry, and offers slightly darker fruit than its peers. I love the sapid nature of this wine and the focus and grip on the finish. This is an outstanding Cinsault, one of the best I have come across during my tastings.
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Neal Martin
About the producer
Working with fruit from the Swartland, Piekenierskloof, Darling and Stellenbosch, Donovan Rall is one of South Africa’s top winemaking talents. He created his own label in 2008, while working alongside Eben Sadie, and now consults on various projects as well as making his exception Rall wines.