Red
    Rall Wines

    Red, 2018

    91/100
    Vinous
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      2018

      75cl

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      £27.41

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    As always, the Rall Red is held back an extra year in bottle prior to release as it is the more structured of the reds. 70% Syrah 12% Grenache 10% Carignan and 8% Cinsault. This release sees the lowest proportion of Syrah to date, as from 2017 onwards he introduced Cinsault and Carignan to blend, as earlier picked varieties to help balance the naturally higher levels of concentration due to the drought. “I see this as a more Southern Rhône style red this year.” Ripe, brambly forest fruit, mint, spice, red plum and blackcurrant are just some of the fruits here in the generous 2018, before some leathery spice and earthier notes begin to emerge too. Less tannic than the 2017 perhaps but with a fruitier character, chock full of interest. All Swartland fruit. The Syrah is sourced from Roundstone and Papkuilfontein, which are significant properties in the region.

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    91/100
    Neal Martin,
    Vinous
    The 2018 Red comprises Syrah, Grenache, Carignan and Cinsault. It has what you might call a “ballsy” nose of black plum, raisin, touches of Christmas cake and menthols that could have been overblown were it not in the hands of a talented winemaker. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly tart entry and flavors of tarry black fruit laced with tobacco and dried blood. Not tremendously long in the mouth but it retains fine tension. Very fine.
    drinking window 2022 - 2045
    date of review 02/2021

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    Specifications

    Country:
    South Africa
    Region:
    Swartland
    Appellation:
    Western Cape
    Producer:
    Rall Wines
    style:
    Red Wine
    abv:
    13.5%

    allergen information

    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.