2019 Raats Stellenbosch Dolomite Cabernet Franc

“The 2019 Cabernet France Dolomite has an energetic, tensile nose of wonderfully defined red and black fruit, sage, bell pepper and close aromas; hints of dried blood emerge with time. The palate is very well balanced, taut and fresh, with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, a harmonious, sophisticated finish, and suggestions of black pepper on the aftertaste. This is a brilliant Cabernet Franc from Raats that will age gloriously. Drinking window 2022-2042” – Neal Martin Review Date: July 2021