Osbloed Rooiperd Cinsault 2017

By , 27 April 2018

Osbloed Rooiperd Cinsault 2017

Wild ride.

Garagiste winemaker Bertus van Niekerk has made a terrific Cinsault under his Osbloed label. Grapes from an untrellised vineyard planted some 20 years ago in the Koelenhof area of Stellenbosch, winemaking involved 25% whole-bunch fermentation before maturation lasting eight months in an older barrel.

On the nose, a fynbos top note before enticing red fruit – cranberry, cherry and pomegranate. The palate displays pure fruit, fresh acidity and crunchy tannins. It’s well balanced, super-tasty and lighter than an alcohol of 14% would suggest. Price: R300 a bottle.

Editor’s rating: 91/100.

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