Cabernet Franc, Anthonij Rupert, Franschhoek, ZA, 2018

For the 2018 Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Franc, Franschhoek, the professional scores I found are:

• 93 points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate — spicy and firm, with ripe cherry, peppery pyrazine, dark-fruit depth, firm tannins and strong aging potential. Drinking window 2025–2034.
• 92 points – James Suckling — dark berries, cedar, dried herbs and stones; medium-bodied, juicy and serious, with firm tannins and a spicy finish.
• 4.5 Stars – Platter’s South African Wine Guide.
• 89 points – Tim Atkin MW.

Producer tasting notes

Anthonij Rupert describes the 2018 as floral and aromatic, with cherry blossom and violet alongside dark fruit, pencil shavings, cedar and spice. The palate is plush and succulent, showing plum and black cherry with cocoa and cedar, framed by polished oak, structure and restrained power.

Overall: a ~92-point professional wine, with an appealing combination of ripe dark fruit, classic Cabernet Franc florality and savory/graphite character, backed by serious structure and aging potential.