A. A. Badenhorst Red 2007

A. A. Badenhorst Red 2007 limited production red blend of Shiraz, Mourvedre, Cinsault and Grenache - very impressive

Awards, Reviews and other Notes

93 pts Wine Advocate August 2011
A blend of 70% Shiraz (not 80% as stated on the label) with 10% Mourvedre, 7% Cinsault and 3% Grenache, the sublime 2007 Family Red Blend has a very natural, beautifully defined bouquet of dark berries, a dash of white pepper and garrigue that you would swear comes from some rocky outcrop in the Rhone. The palate has really coalesced since I tasted the 2007 in its youth: very fine tannins, wonderful balance and freshness with great tension. There are dark berries, tertiary notes, white pepper, fennel and a slight salty tang on the mid-palate that leads to a very focused finish. It will age over 8-10 years with ease. Drink now-2020.
91 pts Wine Spectator 11/30/10
A broad, mouthfilling style, featuring a juicy core of fig, blackberry and melted licorice notes, backed by fresh acidity and a bright floral hint. White pepper and sanguine notes chime in on the polished, lengthy finish. Shows excellent range; should flesh out with cellaring. Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Grenache.

Price

SKU

Varietal

$39.99

9295

Red Blend