About the wine
The light, vibrant South African red every foodie needs to know about
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Cinsault has deep roots in South Africa, and in the right hands it delivers wines with bright, pure fruit and a real sense of place. This is the final vintage of Arco Laarman’s Focal Point version – and it’s a beauty.
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“This wine reminds me a lot of myself," Arco once said. “You might expect a bold red… but really, it’s a softy.” It’s light, juicy and perfumed, bursting with red cherry, raspberry and cranberry, with a dusting of cinnamon and cedar spice.
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Elegant, energetic and packed with flavour, this is a food-pairing dream. It plays just as nicely with flaky smoked salmon as it does with herby lamb koftas or a cosy winter stew.
Best before
Drink now to 2032
Serving advice
Open/ decant 15 mins before serving
Food match
Cinsault is known as a foodie wine - patricianly well suited to smoked salmon, braised and roasted meat dishes. Oven-roast chicken and a lovely slow roast leg of lamb.
Contains sulphites
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South Africa
Western Cape
Cinsault
Fruity Red
14.5% ABV
75cl
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Arco Laarman
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We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Arco Laarman. Introduced to Naked through our tight-knit South African winemaking community, he was a much-loved member of our winemaking family, and his exceptional talent will never be forgotten.
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A true original, Arco's passion for wine began in his teens. At just 19, he moved to the Cape, working three vintages with a top-tier winery. Quickly rising through the ranks, he established his own winery in 2016, seeking out unique parcels of grapes. Chardonnay was a favorite, but he loved his Cinsault and Syrah too.
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We are so grateful to have known Arco and share his passion for wine. Please join us in sending our love to his family and friends, and in raising a glass to a wonderful man. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
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