2022 | Alto Estate Rouge | Stellenbosch Caroline compact palate and a crushed-velvet

compact palate and a crushed-velvet mouth-feel

delicate and slightly sweet

Dry and zesty with a lot of tension and spiciness in the finish

30% Tempranillo and 30% other varieties from a plot at 870 to 890 meters in altitude

Fairly pale in colour

2022 | Alto Estate Rouge | Stellenbosch Caroline compact palate and a crushed-velvetThis iconic vintage is a blend of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Shiraz, 12% Cabernet franc and 2% Petit Verdot. The nose shows beautiful aromas of succulent plum, crushed blackberry and dry fig. The palate has intricate flavours of pine needle and graphite interwoven with the juicy fruit notes, the tannins are firm and offer structure and complexity to this icon.