Restless River Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Restless River 'Main Road & Dignity' Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is an excellent wine from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in South Africa. This vintage is recognized for its elegance and finesse. The nose offers aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and a hint of mint, complemented by subtle notes from the barrel aging. The palate offers dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, combined with well-integrated tannins and a balanced acidity. This wine has the potential to develop further complexity with time.

Reviews highlight the wine's complex layers and freshness, which unfold with elegance and finesse. Aromas of graphite, herbs and ripe red fruits such as dusty plums and blackberries are complemented by spices from the barrel aging and a mineral character. The taste is medium to full-bodied with a balanced structure, where fresh dark red fruit flavors harmonize with elements of oak and earth. After 23 months of aging in 30% new French oak barrels and a year and a half of bottle aging, just over 8,000 bottles were filled. The wine is seductive now, but will reward patience with further aging. It is recommended to start drinking from 2025.

This wine is an excellent example of what a cool climate region like Hemel-en-Aarde can produce, even with a grape variety like Cabernet Sauvignon, which normally thrives in warmer climates. It combines freshness and intensity in a way that will appeal to both traditional Cabernet lovers and those looking for something unique.