Anthonij Rupert Wine was founded on the farm, L’Ormarins in Franschhoek. Originally owned by the late Anthonij Rupert, the farm was taken over by his brother Johann Rupert in 2003 and the company was renamed after him. Johann Rupert constructed a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, catapulting the farm into a prestigious wine estate and sprawling enterprise. Wines are produced under 5 brands: Protea wines, Terra del Capo Italian varietal wines, Cape of Good Hope site-specific wines and the Anthonij Rupert flagship range. A masterful expression of South African terroir, the Optima 2020 is a polished blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. This vintage opens with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and dried herbs, layered with hints of cedar, tobacco, and spice. On the palate, it delivers medium to full-bodied richness, fine-grained tannins, and a savory, lingering finish. Type: Red Country: South Africa Region: Franschoek Valley Grape Variety: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec Rating: 93 Robert Parker Points Climate: Warm continental climate Terroir: Vines grow on decomposed granite. Yield: 6.8ton/ha Winemaking: All components were sorted using an optical sorting system to ensure that only the best grapes were utilized. The wine underwent a lengthy post-fermentation maceration after being dry-skinned fermented. French oak and stainless steel tanks were used for fermentation in order to enhance complexity. In the barrel, the malolactic fermentation was finished, and then the wine was racked off the lees. Before the final blend, each component was matured separately for 20 months in 225L French oak barrels, with 30% of those barrels being first fill Color: Dark red Nose: Violet, blackberry, cherry, cocoa, spice, and fruit cake scent Palate: The mouth is soft, rounded, velvety, and loving with a dry tail with the same ripe and rich flavours. It is supple, textured, and elegant, offering focus, structure, and a velvety appeal. Layered, complex, cohesive, and satisfying
