Red, 2019
The Rall Red always sees an extra year in bottle to help the tannins resolve. 70% Syrah 12% Grenache 10% Carignan and 8% Cinsault raised in used French oak. A typical Rhone blend. The 2021, from a cooler vintage, has exquisite balance. Finely tuned red fruits with a snap of pepper and clove and fynbos, the core of lush dark fruit never overwhelms. A beautiful wine, this is the first vintage where some of the “Ava” fruit made its way in to the blend. Approximately 80% of the wine comes from Schist vineyards.
critic reviews
Composed of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan, the 2019 Red Blend is dark ruby in the glass and offers notions of dark red berries, wild strawberries and juicy plum on the nose, followed by subtle aromas of cherry blossoms and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, the palate is still tight with fine-grained tannins that grip the gumline, leaving behind a sensation of bitter dark chocolate and spiced red tea. The red blend concludes with a firm yet juicy finish. Enjoy it with food, especially barbecue/braai.