Rupert & Rothschild Classique 1998

Bordeaux Red Blends

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Product Details

Varietal

Bordeaux Red Blends

Producer

Rupert & Rothschild

Vintage

1998

Size

750ML

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The noble varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot form the basis of the 1998 Classique. The Merlot, harvested from the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein slopes was hand-picked at optimum ripeness in 400 kilogram bins. The Merlot was harvested from 17 to 26 February and the Cabernet Sauvignon from 26 February to 20 March 1998. The slow-ripening grapes (cooled by the South-Eastern wind) was also hand-picked. At Rupert & Rothschild picking is done in stages to ensure ripe, healthy fruit. The grapes are tasted prior to harvesting rather than harvested on analysis; thus allowing the fruit to express itself in the wine. Colour: Dense, blackish colour with ruby hues on the side of the glass. Aroma: Ripe, black plum with cherry tobacco wrapped in elegant cedarwood flavours. Tones of blackberry and cassis are evident. Palate: Rich nuances of red cherries, spicy tobacco and cinnamon on the palate. An array of well-integrated flavours with a smooth, velvet feel and fullness on the mid-palate. Long and lingering finish. Cellaring: Due to the low yield and gentle winemaking process, the Classique will improve with further bottle maturation.

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At the foot of the spectacular Simonsberg mountain in the Franschhoek valley lies the historic French Huguenot farm Fredericksburg, established in 1690 and now home to Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons. It was in this valley that the early French Huguenots first discovered a terroir similar to that of certain winegrowing regions in France, over 300 years ago. Hence, their decision to settle and cultivate vineyards here.

In addition to the Rupert and Rothschild families striving to produce world-class wines, they are deeply committed to the preservation and conservation of the environment. The cellar is no exception when it comes to the philosophy of its owners: here, preservation and conservation are applied throughout thanks to the use of both traditional and modern winemaking techniques.

To produce the finest quality wine, meticulous attention is given to vineyard and cellar practices. Preserving the grapes at their optimal state prior to initiating the winemaking process is truly one of the great secrets of producing wine. At Rupert & Rothschild the bunches are carefully harvested by hand and intervention during the winemaking process is kept to a minimum.

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