Patriarch Cabernet Franc
An undeniable masterpiece.
Divine black plums and forest berries parade across the nose and palate offsetting the compelling savoury capsicum complexity. Refined and densely populated with velvet tannins, shapely texture and a subtle cedar wood elegance. Long and composed.
The Patriarch Cabernet Franc commemorates the legacy of the iconic Sydney Back: an incredible father, grandfather, winemaker, businessman, philanthropist and industry pioneer. Much like Sydney, this wine has real punch, heart and soul, and is only produced in exceptional vintages from the very best vineyard blocks.
Certified carbon neutral. Sustainably farmed. Suitable for vegans.
Accolades
2022
97 Points - Decanter
95 Points - IWSC
92 Points - Platter's SA Wine Guide
91 Points - Tim Atkin MW
2021
95 Points - Decanter
93 Points - Tim Atkin MW
91+ Points - Robert Parker
Tasting Notes
A bright and vibrant ruby with cherry tonality in appearance. Expect typical dry, tea-leaf Cabernet Franc notes, gooseberry, dusty cedar, blackcurrant, plum and violets on the nose. Expect a clean, dry finish, this wine will reward further cellaring.
Food Pairing
The ideal partner to roast pork, turkey with cranberry sauce, roasted cherry duck and ripe cheeses.
Winemaking Notes
These Cabernet Franc grapes are grown on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Stellenbosch where the vines are nourished by abundant sunlight, rich weathered granite soils and cool False Bay sea breezes that funnel in through the valley. The vines are slow to ripen, encouraging flavour development and ideal varietal character. Hand-picked, the grapes are destemmed and sorted prior to fermentation in small inert open fermenters at 25 degrees Celsius (77 Fahrenheit) with a cap punch-down four times daily for 10 days. The wine is then matured in both first (20% of the blend) and second fill French oak post malolactic fermentation for 12 months.
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2022 - 97 Points - Decanter| Producer | Backsberg |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Appellation | Stellenbosch |
| Type | Red |
| Variety | Cabernet Franc |
| Features | Carbon Neutral, Family-owned, Sustainable, Vegan Friendly |
| Closure | Cork |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Case Size | 12 Bottles |
