Rupert & Rothschild wines are a close collaboration between two leading figures in the wine world. On the one hand, there's Dr. Anton Rupert, a renowned winemaker in Franschhoek, South Africa. On the other, there's Smane, along with the illustrious Baron Edmond de Rothschild, a scion of the famous dynasty, who decided to establish Rupert & Rothschild. The winery, established in 1997, is located between Stellenbosch and Paarl, near the mighty Simonsberg Mountains.
The goal of this collaboration is to produce the finest South African wines, using a Bordeaux-style approach. The range therefore primarily features robust and characterful red Bordeaux wines. This Vignerons Classique is no exception. It's a superb red wine, half of which is composed of the soft Merlot grape, which thrives at the foot of the Simonsberg Mountains. The wine is further complemented by a significant portion of Cabernet Sauvignon (35%). The proportions of Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petit Verdot (5%) are significantly smaller, but certainly no less significant. They provide the soul of this distinctive Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons Classique.
After fermentation, the red wine receives its iconic oak aging. This takes place for 16 months in French oak. This creates a typical Bordeaux flavor, but with a clean twist. We detected distinct dark fruit notes of plums and blackcurrants. An earthy nuance is clearly discernible. True connoisseurs will recognize aromas and flavors of pencil shavings, tea leaves, and dark chocolate. Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons Classique is therefore a true must-have for Bordeaux wine enthusiasts.
