The Franschhoek wine estate, Rickety Bridge, has a winemaking history dating back to the 17th century. It was once part of the original La Provence farm granted to the first French Huguenots who settled in Oliphantshoek and renamed the area, Franschhoek. Nestled against the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains overlooking the majestic Wemmershoek Mountain range, the 50 hectare wine estate has 27 hectares of vines, accommodation at Basse Provence Guest House and the Rickety Bridge Manor House, and a beautiful tasting room where guests can sample the superb Rickety Bridge Winery wines.
Rickety Bridge Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Vibrant and zesty with aromas of pear, gooseberry and passion fruit layered with subtle mineral tones. Full flavoured with a rich mid-palate, peach and litchi flavours which linger on the finish.
Cultivar: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Rickety Bridge Chenin Blanc 2019
Inviting aromas of guava and white peach with underlying floral and green fig notes. A full, rich palate of tropical fruit, citrus and spice leads into a long honeyed finish.
Cultivar: 100% Chenin Blanc
Rickety Bridge Chardonnay 2018
Citrus with nutty nuances, hints of orange blossom and subtle oak spice on the nose. The rich and structured palate shows honey and tropical fruit with hints of white flowers, caramel, spice and minerality which linger on the long creamy finish.
Cultivar: 100% Chardonnay
Rickety Bridge Noble Late Harvest 2015
Rich and ripe with apricot, peach skins with hints of mango and litchi on the nose. The wine shows honeyed aromas with white peach and a full, rich palate of tropical fruit.
Cultivar: 100% Chenin Blanc
Rickety Bridge Merlot 2018
Notes of red cherry and ripe plum layered with herbal nuances and hints of oak spice on the nose. A juicy palate with red currants and blueberries gives way to lingering dark chocolate flavours. Well-structured with refined tannins and a lengthy finish.
Cultivar: 100% Merlot
Rickety Bridge Pinotage 2019
Concentrated black and blueberry flavours with layers of plums and dark chocolate. A velvety palate with well integrated tannins which are supported by subtle smokiness and gentle oaking lead into a lingering juicy finish.
Cultivar: 100% Pinotage
Rickety Bridge Shiraz 2017
Opulent dark forest fruit with aromatic notes of spice, white pepper and dark chocolate. The palate is textured and layered, showing elegance and refined structure. Fresh, juicy and balanced acidity, subtle oak with hints of clove and mulberry lingers on the finish.
Cultivar: 100% Shiraz
Rickety Bridge Blanc de Blancs 2012
Lively, fine mousse. Bright and zesty citrus aromas tinged with brioche nuances. Refreshing flavours of green apple and limestone on the palate. These delightful flavours combine seamlessly with classic richness and finely balanced acidity.
Only 2000 Bottles produced
Cultivar: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir
Rickety Bridge Blanc de Blancs NV
Cultivar: 100% Chardonnay
Rickety Bridge Brut Rosé NV
A appealing light salmon pink with a delicate expression on the nose of citrus notes and hints of red berries. On the palate crisp freshness combines seamlessly with classis richness and finishes with finesse. Fine continuous mousse kisses the palate and lifts the wine to a long elegant finish.
Cultivar: 53% Pinot Noir; 47% Chardonnay
Rickety Bridge Foundation Stone Rosé 2019
A dry traditional style Rosé with juicy red cherries and strawberries intermingled with Turkish Delight and a touch of spice. A lovely creamy yet fresh palate showing a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness.
Cultivar: 43% Shiraz, 30% Grenache Noir, 14% Mouvèdre, 13% Viognier
Rickety Bridge Foundation Stone White 2018
All 6 varietals contribute to this complete and well balanced wine. Elegant with spring blossoms, restrained peach, mango and stone fruit on the nose. Subtle hints of oak spice and a refined fruit expression. A rich and well-structured wine that finishes with elegance and freshness on the palate. Will benefit from some ageing.
Cultivar: 30% Chenin Blanc, 26% Grenache Blanc, 23% Roussanne, 9% Nouvelle, 7% Viognier, 5% Chardonnay
Rickety Bridge Foundation Stone Red 2015
This intriguing blend is silky soft on the palate with succulent tannins and notes of black pepper, blackcurrant, white chocolate on the nose. Layered complexity on the nose and palate surprise with every interaction.
Cultivar: 43% Shiraz, 20% Grenache Noir, 19% Cinsault, 9% Tannat, 9% Mourvèdre
Rickety Bridge Paulina's Reserve Chenin Blanc 2017
Dominant peach and ripe pear aromas with notes of spicy oak. A rich mouth-filling wine with good structure and a long finish of dried fruit, white flowers and subtle minerality.
Cultivar: 100% Chenin Blanc
Rickety Bridge Paulina's Reserve Semillon 2016
Lime and apple aromas layered with nuances of honeyed beeswax. The full, rich palate of honey and citrus is perfectly balanced with well integrated oak notes, minerality and a delightful lingering creamy finish.
Cultivar: 100% Semillon
Rickety Bridge Paulina's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Classic characters of red cherries layered with herbal notes, hints of pencil shavings and oak spice. A full, rich palate with a powerful fruit expression and silky, polished tannins which lead to a long finish with well-integrated oak, cassis and subtle minerality. This wine is a pleasure to drink from the first sip until the last.
Cultivar: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Rickety Bridge The Pilgrimage 2017
Initial freshness on the nose that opens up to a complex citrus and zesty lime with underlying floral aromas. A full, rich palate of honey, nougat and citrus is perfectly balanced with caramel sweetness and a lingering finish.
Cultivar: 100% Sémillon
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Rickety Bridge The Bridge 2017
The nose is dominated by mint, dark cherry, aromatic tobacco and hints of cloves. Cassis, red fruit and subtle chocolate is supported by the natural acidity giving the wine a linear elegant feel on the palate. Tremendous fullness, massive supple structure which fills the entire mouth, voluptuous velvety tannins that make the tongue feel gracefully coated. Full bodied yet refined. A long and enchanting finish leaves one wanting more.
Cultivar: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Rickety Bridge The Sleeper 2017
Opulent dark fruit is supported by aromatic notes of spice distinctive to Shiraz. The wine is textured, layered and showing elegance and refined structure. Nice savoury and smokey characteristics are evident on the palate. Tremendous fullness, massive supple structure which fills the entire mouth, voluptuous velvety tannins that make the tongue feel gracefully coated. Full bodied yet refined.
Cultivar: 100% Shiraz
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Rickety Bridge The Crossover 2018
This wine is expressive of fruit rather than oak, showing real finesse and velvety palate with well – integrated tannins. The nose is dominated by sweet spice and red berries. Full bodied yet refined.
Cultivar: 100% Pinotage
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Rickety Bridge The Printer's Devil Gremlin 2018
Mineral freshness with a touch of green grass and a tropical flavour are evident on the nose. Fresh and elegant Semillon richness waiting to burst through. The Sémillon adds a very nice creaminess to the wine on the finish
Cultivar: 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 50% Sémillon
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Rickety Bridge The Printer's Devil Titivillus 2018
A dry traditional style Rosé. Spicy nose with hints of strawberries and cream. The palate showcases a nice freshness and lingering finish.
Cultivar: 100% Grenache Noir
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Rickety Bridge The Printer's Devil Belphegor 2017
Juicy bright red fruit, white chocolate with blue and red berries on the nose. Elegant and spicy palate, medium body with elegant but present tannins and a nice length.
Cultivar: 90% Cinsaut, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
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