Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Off low-yield decomposed granite soils; shows why Raats leads pack of cab franc exponents in SA. 2016 extremely expressive with black olive, fynbos, mulberry & a aromatic baking spices. Oak support, as in 2015, carefully judged (25% new).' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2019, 5* (95/100)

'The 2016 Family Cabernet Franc starts with aromas of dusty cherry with the soft herbal edge and subtle oak tones. In the mouth, the wine is spicy with a dusty minerality, while showing firm structuring tannins that linger on to the finish. Medium to full-bodied, the wine ends with a very pleasing aftertaste of dusty red fruit bowl and concludes with a food-friendly finish. For Cabernet Franc lovers, you should seek this out.' - Anthony Mueller, Wine Advocate, 90/100 (Oct 2019)

'Very typical for the variety, featuring notes of black olive, pepper and bay leaf that mingle with subtle dark cherry and black currant flavors. Medium-bodied, with chewy tannins disrupting the otherwise velvety texture. Good length. Best from 2021 through 2027.' - Wine Spectator, 90/100 (Dec 2019)