[Raats Family Wines] Cabernet Franc 2019

by ethan | Nov 7, 2016

The nose entices with its perfume and a garrigue character of Cape fynbos, rosemary, lavender, and thyme with spicy notes of nutmeg, cloves, and star anise. Intense brooding blackberry fruit, graphite, and a streak of minerality add to the complexity of the...

[Raats Family Wines] Jasper Red Blend 2021

by ethan | Nov 7, 2016

Jasper Red Blend is a tribute to Bruwer’s late father, Jasper, who was one of Raats’ founders and the viticulturist for nine years. This complex Cabernet Franc-driven Bordeaux blend shows blackberry and black cherry on the nose, along with the perfume and violets one...

[Raats Family Wines] Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022

by ethan | Nov 7, 2016

This superb bottling from Chenin master Bruwer Raats sets the standard for South African Chenin Blanc. Rich and intense, this brilliant wine strikes a perfect balance between elegance and power. It exhibits luscious flavors of honeyed pear, fig and citrus, with...

[Raats Family Wines] Original Chenin Blanc 2022

by ethan | Nov 7, 2016

Original Chenin is crafted without the use of any oak in order to preserve the wine’s “original,” vibrant fresh fruit character. Now in its 19th year of production, it boasts an unquestionable consistency in quality and style. The wine has a distinctive yellow apple,...

[Raats Family Wines] Dolomite Cabernet Franc 2021

by ethan | Nov 7, 2016

The nose entices with its perfume and a garrigue character of Cape fynbos, rosemary, lavender and thyme with spicy notes of nutmeg, cloves and star anise. The palate is dominated by brambly dark berry fruit, black cherries and spice, with a lovely savory character and...