The Rickety Bridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a classic Franschhoek expression of the variety, offering structure, depth, and polished elegance. Crafted from carefully selected fruit grown in the valley’s warm days and cool mountain-influenced nights, the wine captures both richness and balance.
The nose opens with inviting aromas of dark berries, blackcurrant, and plum, layered with subtle oak spice. On the palate, the wine shows generous ripe black fruit, cassis, and hints of cedar, supported by soft, refined tannins that give the wine a smooth and persistent finish. The structure remains elegant and poised, allowing the fruit purity to shine while the oak adds complexity and depth.
This Cabernet Sauvignon is a natural partner for beef, venison, and other rich red meat dishes, where its structure and savory depth complement bold flavors beautifully.
Cellaring Potential: Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2031.
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) John Platter: 5 stars
(2022) Decanter: 93 points
(2021) Tim Atkin: 91 points
The nose opens with inviting aromas of dark berries, blackcurrant, and plum, layered with subtle oak spice. On the palate, the wine shows generous ripe black fruit, cassis, and hints of cedar, supported by soft, refined tannins that give the wine a smooth and persistent finish. The structure remains elegant and poised, allowing the fruit purity to shine while the oak adds complexity and depth.
This Cabernet Sauvignon is a natural partner for beef, venison, and other rich red meat dishes, where its structure and savory depth complement bold flavors beautifully.
Cellaring Potential: Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2031.
Ratings/Accolades:
(2023) John Platter: 5 stars
(2022) Decanter: 93 points
(2021) Tim Atkin: 91 points
The grapes for this Cabernet Sauvignon are harvested from selected vineyards in the Franschhoek valley, where warm daytime temperatures allow for full phenolic ripeness while cooler evenings help preserve balance and freshness. After fermentation, the wine is matured in French oak barrels for 12–15 months, allowing the tannins to soften and integrate while building layers of spice, structure, and complexity.
Winemaker: Wynand Grobler
Winemaker: Wynand Grobler
Rickety Bridge Wine Estate is undoubtedly one of the most progressive wineries in the Cape. The historic winemaking cellar was recently renovated and converted into a barrel fermentation center, the new winery was built and modern cooling equipment was installed. The newly built wine-tasting center is the perfect place to sample 200 years of winemaking tradition: taste these delightful Franschhoek wines in comfort, al fresco in summer on the winery veranda, or relaxing in front of the fire in winter. The pleasures of these outstanding South African wines extend beyond the bottle.
