2016 Villiera Cape Winemakers Guild Drip Barrel Cabernet Franc

Estate: Villiera Wines

Region: Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
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Tasting Note:September 28, 2018

Dark garnet red with a touch of ruby. Interesting nose with some herbal elements, stewed dark fruits and a touch of greenery. Medium tannins (5.5/10) and medium bodied. Solid acidity with an elegant palate of purple flowers, red plums and red berries. Medium plus finish.

Twenty-fourth wine at the Friday Auction Tasting for the Cape Winemakers Guild and the thirteenth red wine. This is made up of 100% Cabernet Franc by Jeff Grier from the Stellenbosch region. Aged for 18 months prior to bottling. Only 58 cases produced with 34 being auctioned in 2018.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2025.

Rating:

88 Points.

Price Point:

$$ - Tasted at the Cape Winemakers Auction. Average bid at auction was R4,089.00 ($48.10 a bottle) a case. Highest bid was R4,600.00 ($54.11 a bottle) and lowest bid was R3,800.00 ($44.70 a bottle).

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