ANTHONIJ RUPERT OPTIMA RED BLEND

Why is it Special? What makes Optima special is its “No-Expense-Spared” Philosophy. From the gravity-fed cellar to the rigorous barrel selection, every step is designed to achieve perfection. It is “Special” because of its Extended Ageing; while most wines are rushed to market, Optima is held back until it reaches its ideal “drinking window,” ensuring that when you pull the cork, you are experiencing a wine that is already polished and poised. It is the go-to bottle for those who appreciate the finer things in life—a liquid symbol of status and quality. Awards Tim Atkin MW: 92-93/100 Platter’s Wine Guide: 4.5 Stars James Suckling: 93/100 Tasting Notes Nose: An aristocratic and perfumed bouquet. Immediate notes of dark plums, blackcurrants, and mulberries are layered with sophisticated hints of cedarwood, fruitcake spice, and a delicate violet floral lift. Palate: Full-bodied, velvety, and impeccably balanced. The palate is a dense tapestry of black cherries and cocoa, supported by fine-grained, silky tannins. There is a beautiful integration of oak, providing a creamy backdrop of toasty vanilla. Finish: Exceptionally long and refined. It leaves a lingering trail of savoury herbs, tobacco leaf, and a final, aristocratic whisper of dark chocolate.