The single barrel of Cabernet Franc is always the most sought-after and the rarest of the lot. We believe the Eden Cabernet Franc to be SA’s finest expression of this tricky but rewarding grape – ‘right up there with the New World's best examples of the variety’, enthuses Tim Atkin MW. The 2023 is concentrated and focused, offering power and cement-like tannins. Lay it down in your cellar for a few years; you’ll be deeply rewarded
”The aromatics are beautifully intense and seductive with fragrant perfumed notes of violets, cherry blossoms, lavender, and incense before a cornucopia of red and black berry fruits, pink musk, potpourri, and cranberry emerge. In the mouth, the full power and majesty of this impressive wine are laid bare for all to see, with a piercing small berry fruit concentration that’s tightly wrapped in a fresh, bright tangy acidity. Incredible focus and precision on display with subtle earthy hints of tilled earth, porcini mushrooms, led pencil, blood orange and ruby grapefruit nuances on the long velvety finish. A more sophisticated and polished Cabernet Franc you simply will not find. Drink on release and over the next 15 to 20 years.” 98/100 Greg Sherwood MW
Food Pairing: Roast lamb, loin of venison, ostrich carpaccio, beef fillet with a red wine reduction, duck with plum sauce and game fish.
