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Timed Online Auction, 7 - 21 October 2024
Bordeaux | South Africa
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About this Item
The 2012 Rabelais is a blend of the best Bordeaux components within the Thelema range.
Winemaker's Notes: During our annual vintage review individual barrels are identified and earmarked for the Rabelais blend. Concentrated aromas of dark berries and cedar wood on the nose are complemented by lovely sweet fruit and polished tannins on the palate. The wine finishes long and firm and will reward cellaring.
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
Critics Ratings
‘Only 20% petit Verdot in this Cab makes quite a difference, darker colour, stalky/ scrub tone but ’12 has enough luscious deep fruit to compensate. Compact & structured, grainy tannins for ageing yet already giving pleasure.’ – Platter's SA Wine Guide 2015, 4.5*
'The previous vintage of Rabelais, the 2009, also contained some Merlot. This time, it’s a cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Petit Verdot. Sourced from the best blocks at Thelema, it’s meaty and concentrated, with plenty of tannic structure, well-integrated oak and inky plum and cassis fruit flavours supported by acidity. Drink: 2016-23' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2016, 94/100
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