Mulderbosch Cabernet Franc 2016 750ml is a premium South African red wine crafted from 100% Cabernet Franc grown on the free-draining koffieklip soils of Stellenbosch Kloof. The vineyard’s proximity to False Bay provides cooling maritime influences that encourage slow ripening, resulting in exceptional balance and varietal expression. The wine is matured for approximately 20 months in French oak barrels, adding depth and complexity while preserving the distinctive character of the fruit. The outstanding 2016 vintage showcases Mulderbosch’s renowned expertise with Cabernet Franc, delivering a wine of remarkable structure, elegance, and excellent cellaring potential.

The nose reveals expressive aromas of bramble fruit, blackcurrant, fennel, and cigar spice, layered with delicate hints of sandalwood, graphite, and subtle herbal nuances. On the palate, rich flavours of dark berries and ripe red fruit are beautifully balanced by savoury complexity, vibrant acidity, and fine graphite-textured tannins that create a refined, structured mouthfeel. The finish is long, dry, and elegant, lingering with notes of spice, earthiness, and fresh fruit. Mulderbosch Cabernet Franc 2016 pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, roast duck, venison, beef fillet, mushroom dishes, and mature hard cheeses.