Porcupine Ridge
Wines
In 1652 Jan
van 14Reinbeck, attempting to find a way of relieving the symptoms of scurvy, suggested to the Dutch East
India Company that the Cape Province of South Africa would
be suitable for growing grapes. Nine years down the line, the first
wine was pressed from grapes grown on cuttings brought from
France. The prime grape growing areas of South Africa spread
out from Cape Town, and include the Paarl ("pearl" in
Afrikaans), which to the east encompasses Franschhoek
("French corner"), home of the first French Huguenot
settlers. Boekenhoutskloof, its homestead dating from 1784,
is located in the Franschhoek Valley.
Marc Kent is the winemaker for the Boekenhoutskloof wines as
well as the range of wines called Porcupine Ridge. There are
approximately 20 hectares of vines at Boekenhoutskloof - 25%
of which are planted to white varieties: Sauvignon Blanc,
Semillon, Viognier; and 75% of which consist of reds: Syrah,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.
Porcupine Ridge is a handcrafted range of wines, celebrated
for its uncompromising commitment to quality. The wines
carry a distinctive label featuring an original pen and ink
of the crested porcupine drawn by leading South Africa
wildlife artist, Zakkie Eloff. These crested porcupines
inhabit the vineyards of the Boekenhoutskloof homestead.
Porcupine
Ridge
Wines
Porcupine
Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sophisticated cedar and cassis flavours evident on the nose.
Weighty mid-palate has depth and a soft finish. This wine
has a maturation potential of up to five years. The Cabernet
Franc (7.5%) and Malbec (5.5%) were added to the blend to
add further complexity to the final wine and enhance the...
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Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2007
Syrah/Shiraz
Aromatic fynbos, spice, with ripe berry fleshiness show from
the deep ruby color. Although the palate is generous, an
unmistaken elegance adds linearity to this wine. The tannins
are integrated and accessible. This wine has further ageing
potential. more
Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Cabernet Sauvignon
Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec
The wine has a deep crimson color; cassis and cedar flavors
dominate the nose and follow through to the palate. This
wine is complex with a medium to full palate and while
enjoyable young, further cellaring will reward the drinker.
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Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2006
Syrah/Shiraz
A warm rich ruby color is evident and the aromatics are
dominated by anise, cloves and dark berry flavors. The
palate is generous with well integrated tannins. Drinking
well now, this wine also has tremendous aging potential.
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Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2005
Syrah/Shiraz
A rich warm ruby colour with generous viscosity combines
with our typical spicy, aromatic profile. This wine is
dominated by spicey tones yet supported by dark fruit
flavours. The palate is generous and extends to a lengthy
finish with the focus being on fruit profile as opposed to
oaking detail.... more
Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Cabernet Sauvignon
As with earlier vintages, this wine has a deep colour and an
abundance of black currant and dark berry flavours on the
nose. The oaking is generous which adds to the serious
structure of this wine. Rich and full, drink now or be
rewarded by a few years of cellaring. more
Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2005
Sauvignon Blanc
Fresh, clean aromas of gooseberries and cut grass move on to
a crisp, vibrant palate with excellent balance and length.
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Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2004
Sauvignon Blanc
Fresh, clean aromas of gooseberries and cut grass move on to
a crisp, vibrant palate with excellent balance and length.
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Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Cabernet Sauvignon
As with earlier vintages, this wine has a deep colour and an
abundance of black currant and dark berry flavours on the
nose. The oaking is generous which adds to the serious
structure of this wine. Rich and full, drink now or be
rewarded by a few years of cellaring. more
Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2004
Syrah/Shiraz
A rich warm ruby colour with generous viscosity combines
with our typical spicey, aromatic profile. This wine is
dominated by spicey tones yet supported by dark fruit
flavours. The palate is generous and extends to a lengthy
finish with the focus being on fruit profile as opposed to
oaking detail.... more
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