Reyneke Organic Cornerstone Stellenbosch

South Africa, Western Cape, Coastal Region, Stellenbosch
Bottle
Identity
Producer Reyneke
Vol 0.75
Classification WO
Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Aroma Perfume, cassis, violet, tobacco leaf, black currant, graphite minerality.
Palate Lovely balance with structured, linear, and focused tannins.
Aging Potential 7-10 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Natural Yes
ABV % 14.0
Aging Process The wine spends 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% new and 70% 2nd and 3rd-fill.
Interesting facts
Reyneke was the first farm in South Africa to achieve Demeter biodynamic certification in 2007. The winery follows a holistic biodynamic philosophy with natural winemaking.
Logistics
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