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Sauvignon Blanc    Klein River

Raka Sauvignon Blanc 2024

The Sauvignon Blanc bursts with vibrant aromas of sun-kissed tropical fruits, succulent peaches, and a hint of crunchy granola. The palate is a masterful balance of juicy fruitiness, zesty citrus, and a subtle stoniness that add depth and complexity. As the wine lingers, flavors of green apple, gooseberry, and a whisper of citrus peel leave a refreshing and revitalized finish
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alc: 12.5  RS: 1.7  pH: 3.44  TA: 5.4
White • Dry • Soft • Fruity •
Merlot    Klein River

Raka Rosé 2021

Appearance: Melon pink colour with an orange tinge
Bouquet & Palate: Flavours of strawberry and cherry is complemented by a nose of candy floss. Dry and tangy

Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Alc: 14  RS: 1.2  pH: 3.63  TA: 4.4
Rose • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Spliced 2023

Raka Spliced is a charming everyday red blend that showcases a medley of ripe red fruits, including cherries, mulberries, and blackberries. Undertones of prune, earthy notes, and a hint of olives add depth to the nose. The palate is fruit-forward and juicy, with plum flavors taking centre stage, supported by cranberry acidity and subtle smoky oak nuances. This smooth, medium-bodied wine is perfect for casual sipping, with a satisfying finish that leaves you wanting more
36 %Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Shiraz, 21 % Merlot, 18% Malbec
Alc: 14  RS: 2.1  pH: 3.61  TA: 5.4
Red • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
Sangiovese    Klein River

Raka Sangiovese 2022

Subdued nose with hints of spice. Palate is dry and elegant with sour cherry and leathery spice on the grainy finish. Medium and easy to drink.
100% Sangiovese
Alc: 12.5  RS: 2.5  pH: 3.47  TA: 5.4
Red • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
International Challenge Gilbert and Gaillard - 90 Points
Pinotage    Klein River

Raka Pinotage 2022

The Raka Pinotage presents itself with a deep ruby hue and purple rim. Aromas of dark fruit, blackcurrant, and red cherry burst forth, intertwined with sweet spices, cinnamon, and hints of banana. The palate is met with luscious, ripe fruit, complemented by subtle vanilla and spicy oak nuances. Polished tannins provide structure, while a balanced acidity ensures a refreshing finish. As the wine lingers, flavors of juicy plum, blackberry, and dusty earthy notes leave a lasting impression.
100% Pinotage
Alc: 14  RS: 2.5  pH: 3.65  TA: 5.4
Red • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Quinary 2021

The wine has a Deep ruby brick colour.  Cassis and leather on the spicy nose. Palate is elegant and dry with red berry fruit and spice following from the nose. Dry and grainy tannins on the leathery aftertaste.

54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec
Alc: 14  RS: 3.1  pH: 3.57  TA: 5.5
Red • Dry • Full • Fruity •
2025 Fine Wine Awards - Silver
2024 Michelangelo Awards - Double Gold
2024 Gilbert & Gaillard - 91 Points
2024 National Wine Challenge - Double Platinum and Top 100
Pinotage    Klein River

Raka Figurehead 2023

This rich Cape blend (31% Pinotage) offers dark fruit aromas with hints of earthy forest floor and eucalyptus. The palate is complex, with layers of juicy fruit, spice, caramel, and chocolate. Herbaceous and smoky notes add depth, finishing with a lingering touch of sweetness and spice.
31% Pinotage, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec
Alc: 14  RS: 3.0  pH: 3.68  TA: 5.3
Red • Dry • Full • Herbaceous •
Shiraz    Klein River

Raka Biography Shiraz 2021

Spice and leather on the dark chocolate nose. Palate is structured and elegant with notes of toast and mocha on the finish. Dry and grippy tannins on the aftertaste.
100% Shiraz
Alc: 14.0  RS: 3.2  pH: 3.56  TA: 5.1
Red • Dry • Full • Fragrant •
International Challenge Gilbert & Gaillard - 89 points
National Wine Challenge - Top 100 SA wine
Merlot    Klein River

Raka Barrel Select Merlot 2020

This juicy, well structured Merlot has ripe black fruit and a hint of mint and eucalyptus on the nose with spicy oak notes and plums on the palate.
100% Merlot
Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.6  pH: 3.53  TA: 6.1
Red • Dry • • •
Malbec    Klein River

Raka Malbec 2021

A fragrant Malbec with plums, blackberries and cassis and a smoky tone on the nose. The same fruit flavours carry through on the palate and the plum makes for juicy and jammy tannins complimented by well-integrated oak with a lingering finish.
100% Malbec
Alc: 13.5  RS: 2.4  pH: 3.65  TA: 5.4
Red • Dry • • Fruity •
Mourvedre    

Raka Mourvèdre 2011

Appearance: Deep purple colour.

Bouquet & Palate: Nose of dark ripe berries and meaty spice, typical of the varietal. Palate shows spice with savory rather than fruity flavours. The wine finishes with coriander and pepper - a nice long aftertaste.
100% Mourvèdre
Alc: 14.00  RS: 4.2  pH: 3.52  TA: 4.2
Red • Dry • • •

John Platter Wine Guide 2015 - 4 Stars
Wine Makers Choice 2012 Diamond award
4 Star Platter Rating
Cabernet Franc    Klein River

Raka Cabernet Franc 2021

Upfront, the nose has lovely fresh red berries, followed by worn leather, milk chocolate and cloves. Tight acidity and beautifully fine tannins on the palate with juicy black cherry
100% Cabernet Franc
Alc: 14  RS: 3.1  pH: 3.61  TA: 5.4
Red • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

An intriguing nose of black cherry, plum and dark berry fruits giving way to notes of tobacco and mint. Integrated dark fruit, oak spice and oak tannins give the wine a full mouth feel and a lingering aftertaste.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alc: 14.5  RS: 2.8  pH: 3.60  TA: 5.7
Red • Dry • Full • Fruity •
Petit Verdot    Klein River

Raka Petit Verdot 2020

Appearance: Dark plum colour

Bouquet & Palate: Red berries - cherry and cranberry - on the nose, violets and white pepper. The palate is rich with darker fruits and a dry tannin finish.

100% Petit Verdot
Alc: 14.0  RS: 3.2  pH: 3.65  TA: 5.8
Red • Dry • • Fragrant •
Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Five Maidens 2018

Sleek and harmonious mix of fruitcake and spicy sheen of oak and cigarbox background on the nose. A full bodied wine with well integrated oak, it has beautiful depth of character which will ensure successful ageing.
43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, 7% Malbec, 7%Petit Verdot
Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.8  pH: 3.54  TA: 6.1
Red • Dry • Full • •
2022 Michelangelo Awards - Gold
Sauvignon Blanc    Klein River

Raka Happiness Sparkling

Appearance: Pale Straw colour

Bouquet & Palate: Raka Happiness is fresh, crisp and fragrant with citrus flavours of grapefruit and kumquat and also gooseberries and a hint of passion fruit on the nose. Brisk and lively on the pallet with limey fresh fruit.  Crisp green apple finish.

100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alc: 13.5  RS: 11.78  pH: 3.13  TA: 7
Sparkling • Dry • Medium • Fruity •
Shiraz    Klein River

Raka Erica Shiraz 2016

The Erica Shiraz shows classic Shiraz characters, full-bodied and bold. Aromatic notes of black fruit (plums& blackcurrant) pepper, underlined with wooden smoky tone. The palate is full, round and well balanced with an explosion of spice (anise, coriander and pepper) and red berries.

100% Shiraz
Alc: 15  RS: 3.2  pH: 3.63  TA: 6.3
Red • Dry • • •
Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Erica Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Erica Cabernet Sauvignon is remarkable and in balance from start to finish! Aromas of blackcurrant, mulberry, cassis with a slight undertone of eucalyptus and earthiness. The fruit is bold and fresh enough to counter three years of new French barrels, the French oak add a whiff of tobacco and barrel spice to the nose. The palate reveals lively plum and juicy berries with structured acidity. Earthiness and spicy from the oak with smokiness and integrated tannins.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alc: 15  RS: 2.6  pH: 3.61  TA: 6.5
Red • Dry • Full • •
   Klein River

Raka Luxus Collection

Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot,
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Cabernet Sauvignon    Klein River

Raka Quinary Magnum in wooden box

Dark, deep red colour. Bold aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries with hints of aromatic herbs. The palette is finely formed and elegant with forest floor earthiness complemented by the blackcurrant fruitiness. Long, soft, lingering fruity finish.
50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 34% Merlot, 4% Malbec, 4% Petit Verdot
Alc: 14.00  RS: 2.8  pH: 3.57  TA: 5.6
Red • Dry • Full • Fragrant •
Top 100 - Double Gold