The Bridge presents itself as a full-bodied yet refined wine, displaying an intense deep red color. The nose reveals a rich blend of black cherry, dark chocolate, and aromatic tobacco, creating a captivating aromatic profile.
On the palate, these flavors merge effortlessly with velvety tannins, offering a smooth and well-balanced texture. The wine finishes with a long, lingering impression, leaving a memorable and satisfying experience.
On the palate, these flavors merge effortlessly with velvety tannins, offering a smooth and well-balanced texture. The wine finishes with a long, lingering impression, leaving a memorable and satisfying experience.
Fermentation took place in a small, open fermentation tank. The grapes were carefully punched down twice a day. After 30 days of skin contact the grapes were pressed gently. The wine was matured in 80% new, small French oak barrels for a total of 24 months.
Winemaker : Mari Kotzé
Winemaker : Mari Kotzé
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 centre, the new winery was built and modern cooling equipment was installed. The newly built wine tasting centreis 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.
