Anthonij Rupert OPTIMA 2020
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Category | Red Wine |
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Brand | Anthonij Rupert |
Origin | South Africa, Western Cape |
Alcohol/vol | 14% |
Anthonij Rupert Wyne, legendary South African estate and producer, is one of the most recognized and celebrated brands in premium, South African wine. “Anthonij Rupert” is the flagship line of Rupert’s portfolio. Only the best is acceptable for this range; and presently, it comprises six wines—all red.
Wine Advocate
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With 20 months in 30% new French oak barrels, the 2020 Optima showcases a blend of 34% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot. It presents a bigger and fleshier profile compared to previous vintages yet maintains a tight structure. With firm tannins, the Optima showcases juicy and mouthwatering characteristics that will likely improve with a few years of bottle aging, but the wine can be enjoyed now. It reveals a revved-up, deliciously juicy experience that overdelivers for the price. A total of 570,000 bottles were produced.