2017 Holden Manz Rosé

Estate: Holden Manz Wine Estate

Region: Franschhoek Valley, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa

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Tasting Note:December 21, 2017

Third wine at Holden Manz with Wayne.

Light salmon pink. Lovely nose, not overripe but with layers of strawberries, melon, roses and white blossoms. Medium acidity (5.5/10) and well rounded with a light body. Crisp and fresh on the palate with a nice amount of red fruits, especially strawberries. Medium plus finish.

Interesting blend made up of 35% Syrah, 26% Grenache, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 6% Cinsault. Light amount of oak when it comes to aging, only 5% neutral French oak for six months, four of those on the lees.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2029.

Rating:

88 points.

Price Point:

$ - Tasted at the estate, average retail is around $16.00.

Rosé Wine, Rosé Blend, Holden Manz Wine Estate, Rosé, Franschhoek Valley, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South AfricaGreg BallingtonRosé, Rosé Wine, Rosé Blend, Holden Manz Wine Estate, 2017, Franschhoek Valley, Western Cape, Coastal Region, South Africa, December 2017, 88 Points, $, Thierry HabererComment