AA Badenhorst - Family Red 2016

AA Badenhorst - Family Red 2016

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"The aromas are brooding but with complex notes of pepper, liquorice, perfume and black cherries. The palate entry is quite dense with lavender and dark berry fruit. The finish is dry with well-spread tannins, ending with savoury and currant flavours."

 

--------THE PRODUCER--------

AA Badenhorst

AA Badenhorst is one of the leading wineries of South Africa and is leading the way for the 'modern South Africa wine industry'. It is headed by the two cousins: Hein and Adi Badenhorst. Both Hein and Adi have had international experience in various wine regions around the globe which has helped them craft their own top-end wines in South Africa. 

 

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Rhone Red Blend

A Rhone Red Blend is often known as the GSM blend whereby the three main grapes are Grenache, Syrah and Mouvedre. In actuality there can be up to 13 grapes made into this blend, by law, in the southern Rhône Valley. You can have lighter and more floral versions of the Rhône Red Blend or bolder and oakier versions depending where in the world they are made. They are most popular in France, California and Australia.

 

 

--------THE REGION--------

Swartland

Swartland is a small area that is just north of the Paarl district. It is surrounded by mountains - the most famous of which is the Paardeberg. It has quite a varied topography with shallow valleys and high slopes in the foothills of the mountains which allows for a wide variety of wines to be made here. Overall it is known for its extremely ripe and complex Chenin Blancs, white blends and fruit-forward Syrahs.