Cape Mentelle Zinfandel 2022 Size::6 Bottle Case mica-schist sometimes dark amphibolite –

mica-schist sometimes dark amphibolite – a typical soil of the Kamptal

Chardonnay & Insolia

Toasty oak mingles with nuances of freshly baked pastries in the mid palate adding background complexity while a fine bead of acidity draws the palate out to a long textural finish

Vinous – Oct 2023

Key to the quality includes the patrimony of old-vine Tempranillo (no less than 60 years old in this cuvée) and excellent limestone calcário soils at altitudes up to 600 metres

Cape Mentelle Zinfandel 2022 Size::6 Bottle Case mica-schist sometimes dark amphibolite –Appearance Deep purple. Nose Open and floral aromatics are bright but complex with crunchy black cherries raspberry coulis fig shaved coconut and a touch of lavender. Sweet spices overlay with nutmeg vanilla pod and star anise. Palate The palate opens with a smooth texture and a bright expansive concentration of black forest fruits candied orange coated with chocolate nutmeg persisting and a hint of tobacco. Fine energized tannins lead to the finish