Tokara Red (2021) Directors Reserver

Origin: Tokara Wine Estate in Stellebosch South Africa:

This fine wine is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Petit Verdot, 10% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Malbec. The grapes originated from Tokara vineyards on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch.

CROPPING AND HARVESTING Only grapes from the best blocks and from the best parts of these blocks were used. The average yield is between 5 and 8 t/ha. The grapes were hand-picked at optimal ripeness between the 4th of March and the 16th of April.

TASTING NOTES The wine has a vibrant crimson colour with an intense dark centre and a ruby rim. The nose showcases complex aromas of black cherry, subtle cocoa, dried currants, tobacco leaf and graphite. The wine enters the palate with incredible purity and focus, with flavours of dark cherries, blackberries and plum skin. Sumptuous and full there is a hint of tension on the mid-palate which leads to fine dense tannins and a lengthy finish.

CozyAnne has over the last 20 years enjoyed Tokara Red and some Food pairing ideas are right here:

Grilled ribeye steak served with Béarnaise sauce, and potato Dauphinoise.