Robertson (Appellatie)

Robertson (Appellatie)

91 James Suckling
2021 Rubinelli Vajol Valpolicella Classico Superiore
grape Corvina, Corvinone, Molinara, Rondinella, Sangiovese
96 James Suckling
2016 Marques de Murrieta Gran Reserva
grape Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo, Tempranillo
56.95 47.07
91 James Suckling
2024 Emilio Moro Polvorete
grape Godello
Special Price 12.95 10.70 Regular Price 14.50 11.98
93 Parker
2021 Juan Gil Silver Label Magnum BIO
grape Monastrell
36.95 30.54
95 James Suckling
2019 Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Rutherford
grape Cabernet Sauvignon
122.95 101.61
96 Vinous
2020 Bodegas Pujanza Norte
grape Tempranillo
58.95 48.72
93 Parker
2019 Bodegas Pujanza Valdepoleo
grape Tempranillo
2018 Château La Fontaine de Genin
grape Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
2023 Herdade do Sobroso Elevage Tinto
grape Alicante bouschet
94.95 78.47
2022 Herdade do Sobroso Elevage Branco
grape Antao Vaz
94.95 78.47
98 Vinous
2015 Sierra Cantabria Amancio
grape Tempranillo
450.00 371.90
98 Vinous
2015 Sierra Cantabria Amancio
grape Tempranillo
695.00 574.38
98 Parker
2020 Sierra Cantabria Finca el Bosque Jeroboam (3 liter)
grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
475.00 392.56
98 Vinous
2020 Paganos La Nieta Jeroboam (3 liter)
grape Tempranillo
650.00 537.19

Robertson is an important wine region in South Africa and is one of the most important wine producing areas in South Africa. Located in the Western Cape (more specifically the Breede River Valley), Robertson is known for producing rich and intense wines. The area is one of the hottest wine producing regions in the Western Cape, allowing the grapes to develop concentration and depth.

The Robertson area is scorching and dry and would otherwise be considered too hot for wine production. However, the cooling and wine making opportunity comes from the sea breeze, as the region is only 60 miles from the ocean. The cooling effect of the ocean ensures that the grapes retain a balanced amount of acid and prevent over-ripening.

When it comes to the soil, the area is rich in a wide variety of soil types. Thanks to this assortment, the area can successfully and uniquely grow an extensive range of grape varieties. Most of the wines produced here are fruit-driven and rich with considerable body and texture. In addition, there are also other robust varieties, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, which can also be seen in Robertson.

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