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Radford Dale

Radford Dale Black Rock

South Africa, Swartland

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.7

Sometimes Reviewed

Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

This Swartland blend from South Africa features an earlier picking, resulting in lower alcohol and a bright, fresh expression of the fruit. The nose reveals complexity with interesting spice and fynbos aromas, alongside a prominent dark fruit note. On the palate, the wine delights with generous concentration and a refined, smooth texture. The blend consists of Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, showcasing the region's diverse varietals and unique terroir.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Radford Dale Black Rock is an exceptional wine that showcases the expertise and craftsmanship of its producers.This wine is known for its deep, dark color and intense aromas of black fruits, such as blackberry and black cherry. On the palate, it offers a rich and velvety texture, with flavors of ripe black fruits, hints of spice, and a touch of oak. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and elegant mouthfeel. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression. Overall, Radford Dale Black Rock is a superb wine that is sure to please even the most discerning wine connoisseurs.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (5)

Cinsault

Carignan

ORIGINS

Winery: Radford Dale

Region: Swartland

Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, the Swartland wine region is quickly becoming one of the country's most exciting and dynamic wine-producing areas. With its unique combination of topography, climate, and grape varieties, Swartland is producing some of the most interesting and complex wines in the country. Swartland has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the area in the late 1600s. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the early 1900s, and since then, it has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.7

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