Strydom Family Wines The Game Changer Cabernet Franc-Merlot 2020
83% Cabernet Franc, 17% Merlot
Wine of Origin Stellenbosch
For three years running, this blend has remained the sole offering of its kind at auction, underscoring its rarity and exclusivity. Bottled from one 300-litre barrel, this wine is crafted exclusively for the CWG auction, emphasizing its limited production. Inspired by a vintage spent in St Emilion, France, during my early winemaking career, I sought to replicate the essence of the Merlot/Cabernet Franc blends prevalent in the region, utilizing varieties I hold in high esteem. With only 240 bottles available, this wine epitomizes scarcity and distinction.
Tasting Notes: The blend of these two varieties makes for a full-bodied wine with a balanced acidity and smooth finish. Cabernet Franc adds red fruit flavour and spice, while Merlot adds black fruit and chocolates.
Ready for drinking 2027 to 2035.
Winemaker: Rianie Strydom
Price raised per case
- 6 x 750ml or equivalent
- Highest: R
- Lowest: R
- Average: R
Packaging
- Bottle Size 750ml
- Case Size: 6 x 750ml
- Cases Produced: 69
- Cases Auctioned: 40
Analysis
- Alc: 14.03 vol%
- RS: 2.7 g/l
- TA: 5.6 g/l
- pH: 3.55
