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Saronsberg 2017 Cape Winemakers Guild Inner Circle Red (Tulbagh)

Rating
93
Price
N/A
Winery
Variety
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
14.5%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
9/1/2021
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Winemaker: Dewaldt Heyns. Fresh-pressed raspberry, boysenberry and cherry lead the fruit-forward nose of this expressive blend of 75% Shiraz, 17% Grenache, 5% Mourvèdre and 3% Viognier. Accents of sweet oak and church incense add depth to the fruity core. The palate is smooth and silky, with fine yet structuring tannins and juicy berry flavors that are lifted by ample acidity and carry through to the medium-length close. It's a well-balanced and approachable pour now, though it should continue to drink well through 2026. Lauren Buzzeo

What Is Blind Tasting?

All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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