Certified Sustainable (Integrated Production of Wine), Certified Organic Grapes (Ceres), Certified Bio-dynamic (Demeter), Vegan Practicing
94 Points Tim Akins
In certain vintages, Cornerstone can be one of the best value wines in the Reyneke portfolio. Marrying Cabernet Franc with 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, with maturation in 15% new wood, this no longer includes Merlot and is all the better. Graceful, granular, and leafy, with caressing tannins, fine oak, and bright plum and red berry flavors. 2023-2029
92 Points Vinous
The 2019 Cornerstone (in UK/Europe) or Capstone depending upon which side of the Atlantic you call home, comprises 75% Cabernet Franc and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, fully-stemmed and fermented in concrete tanks using an isolated yeast. The Cabernet Sauvignon is matured in new oak. It takes a little time to settle into its groove, eventually offering brambly red fruit, a light herbal element from the Cabernet Franc, a little Saint-Émilion in style. The palate is medium-bodied with gentle grip, lightly spiced with a dash of cracked black pepper and tobacco towards the finish. A little broody at the moment, this deserves some bottle age. Sophisticated yet it needs time to lose its bashful nature.
90 Points Wine Enthusiast
Notes of dried herbs followed by plum emerge from the glass. A mix of fruit and herbs repeat on the medium-bodied palate, complemented by peppercorn and tobacco. Good acidity is enough to freshen the medium finish of this blend of 75% Cabernet Franc and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
