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Tokara Red Blend Director's Reserve 2020 750ml

size
750ml
country
South Africa
appellation
Stellenbosch
VM
92
DC
90
Additional vintages
2020 2019
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
The 2020 Red Director's Reserve is a selection of vineyard sites and barrels, a Bordeaux blend based around Cabernet Sauvignon, a natural fermentation matured in 44% new French barriques. The aromatics take time to open with blackberry, bilberry, brine and light graphite scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins and plenty of graphite-infused black fruit; the 2020 is well balanced with more precision on the finish compared to the Reserve Collection Cabernet. Satisfying length on the aftertaste - this is very fine. ... More details
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Tokara Red Blend Director's Reserve 2020 750ml

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Professional Ratings
VM
92
DC
90
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
The 2020 Red Director's Reserve is a selection of vineyard sites and barrels, a Bordeaux blend based around Cabernet Sauvignon, a natural fermentation matured in 44% new French barriques. The aromatics take time to open with blackberry, bilberry, brine and light graphite scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins and plenty of graphite-infused black fruit; the 2020 is well balanced with more precision on the finish compared to the Reserve Collection Cabernet. Satisfying length on the aftertaste - this is very fine.
DC
90
Rated 90 by Decanter
Toasty nose with notes of bramble fruits with a hint of fennel seed and dried thyme. Full on the palate. (Silver) - DWWA 2023
Winery
Vivid garnet with a ruby rim framing a stunning depth of colour. The nose offers a mélange of red and black fruits with hints of dried herbs, cedarwood and graphite. This Bordeaux-style blend offers flavours of dark cherries, raspberries and black currants with fine tannins and a generous, classically dry finish.
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size
750ml
country
South Africa
appellation
Stellenbosch
Additional vintages
2020 2019
Overview
The 2020 Red Director's Reserve is a selection of vineyard sites and barrels, a Bordeaux blend based around Cabernet Sauvignon, a natural fermentation matured in 44% new French barriques. The aromatics take time to open with blackberry, bilberry, brine and light graphite scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins and plenty of graphite-infused black fruit; the 2020 is well balanced with more precision on the finish compared to the Reserve Collection Cabernet. Satisfying length on the aftertaste - this is very fine.
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Region: Coastal Region

Coastal South Africa has long been recognized as a vitally important global wine region, and was probably the first 'New World' country to produce wines of an exceptionally high quality. Indeed, in the late 18th century, wines from in and around Cape Town were regarded as amongst the best wines on earth, and were adored for their exoticism and big, fruity flavors Today, the South African wine industry is booming, and wineries are appearing each year along the sun drenched and windy oceanic coastline. Many grape varietals are now grown in the region, however, Chenin Blanc remains the country's flagship varietal, with over eighteen percent of vineyards in the country used for this particular grape, closely followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Colombard.
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Country: South Africa

Perhaps the most famous and well respected of all the wine regions in South Africa is that of Constantia, which holds many of the oldest and most traditional wineries in the country. Here, the temperate climate receives the Atlantic winds which cool the vineyards, and the fertile soil allows the grapes to grow to full ripeness, resulting in highly flavorful wines which are enjoyed around the world. Whilst Sauvignon Blanc varietals make up the most widely exported wines of this region, the rest of the country produces a huge and impressive range of wines, made up from varietals native to many different European countries. From excellent Champagne style sparkling wines, to aromatic fortified examples, fruity reds and refreshing whites, South Africa continues to impress and surprise, with modern techniques and technologies leading the way and producing exceptional results.
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Region: Coastal Region

Coastal South Africa has long been recognized as a vitally important global wine region, and was probably the first 'New World' country to produce wines of an exceptionally high quality. Indeed, in the late 18th century, wines from in and around Cape Town were regarded as amongst the best wines on earth, and were adored for their exoticism and big, fruity flavors Today, the South African wine industry is booming, and wineries are appearing each year along the sun drenched and windy oceanic coastline. Many grape varietals are now grown in the region, however, Chenin Blanc remains the country's flagship varietal, with over eighteen percent of vineyards in the country used for this particular grape, closely followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Colombard.
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Country: South Africa

Perhaps the most famous and well respected of all the wine regions in South Africa is that of Constantia, which holds many of the oldest and most traditional wineries in the country. Here, the temperate climate receives the Atlantic winds which cool the vineyards, and the fertile soil allows the grapes to grow to full ripeness, resulting in highly flavorful wines which are enjoyed around the world. Whilst Sauvignon Blanc varietals make up the most widely exported wines of this region, the rest of the country produces a huge and impressive range of wines, made up from varietals native to many different European countries. From excellent Champagne style sparkling wines, to aromatic fortified examples, fruity reds and refreshing whites, South Africa continues to impress and surprise, with modern techniques and technologies leading the way and producing exceptional results.