Orange River Cellars, Omstaan Cabernet Franc 2023

Orange River Cellars’ Omstaan Cabernet Franc 2023 is a full-bodied South African red from the Green Kalahari, showcasing the region’s distinctive warm-climate fruit character. Its deep colour, generous dark-fruit profile and polished yet firm tannins make it an appealing choice for hearty meals and relaxed dinners. Orange River Cellars has been part of South Africa’s wine industry since its founding on 23 December 1965.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays an intense, dark purple colour. On the nose, roasted pepper, coffee and mulberry create a rich, inviting aromatic profile, with the peppery character offering a classic Cabernet Franc touch. The palate is full and rounded, combining dark chocolate, coffee, vanilla and ripe red-berry flavours. A long finish is framed by firm but elegant tannins, giving the wine structure and a savoury edge. It is enjoyable now, but should develop further over the next few years as the tannins soften and the flavours knit together.

Production
The grapes are sourced from 580 experienced growers across the extensive area known as the Green Kalahari, where Orange River Cellars works with carefully selected fruit from the region. The precise vineyard techniques and vinification details for this vintage are not specified, but the finished wine’s concentrated fruit, generous body and pronounced coffee, chocolate and vanilla notes suggest a carefully crafted, richly styled Cabernet Franc.

Food & Serving
Pair Omstaan Cabernet Franc with roasted pork, beef burgers, hearty beef stew or meatballs in tomato sauce. It also complements roast duck, game and roasted or grilled lamb, while its firm tannins work well with a selection of mature cheeses. Serve lightly cool at approximately 16–18°C. Decanting is not essential, but a brief 20–30 minute decant can help open the aromas and soften the youthful tannins.

Producer
Founded on 23 December 1965, Orange River Cellars is an established producer and supplier to the South African wine industry. The winery draws grapes from a network of 580 experienced growers spread across the Green Kalahari, giving it access to fruit from a broad and distinctive growing region. Its long-standing presence and extensive grower network make it an important contributor to the area’s wine production.

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