Niel Joubert Wines
Reserve Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc from Paarl, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Niel Joubert Wines
Klein Simonsvlei, the home of Niel Joubert Wines lies on the slopes of the Simonsberg mountain, on the outskirts of Paarl in the Western Cape Winelands. A large wine and fruit farm it has spectacular scenery, which includes five hills and ten dams fed from a natural mountain spring. There is abundant water and enough land diversity to accommodate the successful growing of apples, pears, peaches, plums, naartjies, lemons and blueberries, in addition to grapes. It has been owned since 1898 by the Joubert family, horticulturalists and grape growers by training, and is still run hands-on by individual family members, now in the 5th generation. Such was their commitment to quality production, as well as the pride in their achievements, that the wine range was renamed Niel Joubert wines in 1994, in honour of 3rd generation patriarch, father of current owner/general manager Daan
Description
Opaque purple-black hue, with complex aromas of warm cinnamon spice, Christmas cake, blackberry, black cherry, and dark plums. A subtle umami undertone adds depth, while hints of bell pepper and fine herbs provide a fresh, green element. The palate is bold and muscular, with ripe tannins seamlessly integrated to balance the wood and fruit. Flavours of tobacco, dark chocolate, and black cherry contribute to a rich and plush mouthfeel. The presence of new oak is evident but well managed. The finish is distinctly dry, with lingering flavours of stewed black plums and berry compote that round off this robust and powerful wine.
Food Pairing
Grilled ribeye steak, lamb shank, venison stew, beef Bourguignon, dark chocolate tart.
