Boplaas Cape Ruby Port NV

Boplaas Cape Ruby Port NV is a rich and fruit-driven South African fortified wine crafted in the traditional Ruby Port style. Made from classic Portuguese grape varieties and matured in seasoned oak barrels, this approachable Cape Port combines vibrant dark fruit, smooth texture and warming spice.

Product Story

Crafted in Calitzdorp — South Africa’s renowned home of Cape Port wines — Boplaas Cape Ruby follows traditional Douro-inspired winemaking methods.

Select Tinta Barocca and Touriga Nacional grapes are hand harvested at full ripeness before fermentation in traditional open lagares with manual pigeage to maximise colour, flavour and tannin extraction. Fermentation is halted at the ideal moment through fortification with premium grape spirit, preserving natural sweetness and fruit purity.

The wine is matured for at least 12 months in large seasoned oak barrels before blending and light filtration to preserve freshness and character.

Tasting Notes

This Cape Ruby displays a bright red-purple colour with crimson highlights.

The nose reveals expressive aromas of ripe plum, black hedgerow fruit, kirsch, sweet apricot and subtle spice with delicate hints of fynbos. On the palate, flavours of plum, prune, blackberry and kirsch are supported by warming spice, smooth tannins and subtle oak nuances.

The finish is rich, balanced and fruit-forward with excellent drinkability.

Style: Rich, fruity and fortified
Cultivars: Tinta Barocca, Touriga Nacional & Souzao
Alcohol: 17.68%
pH: 3.74
Total acidity: 5.5 g/l
Residual sugar: 87 g/l
Origin: Calitzdorp
Maturation potential: Drink now or cellar for up to 5 years
Vintage: Non-Vintage (NV)
Serving temperature: 14–16°C

Awards & Recognition

• 4 Stars – Platter Wine Guide

Food Pairing

Boplaas Cape Ruby Port pairs beautifully with dark chocolate desserts, mature cheeses and charcuterie boards. It also complements venison, roast lamb, mildly spiced Indian cuisine and Cape Malay dishes exceptionally well.

Serve slightly chilled, over ice or as a luxurious cocktail ingredient.

Origin: Calitzdorp

Calitzdorp is South Africa’s leading region for fortified wines and is internationally recognised for producing exceptional Cape Port styles inspired by the wines of Portugal’s Douro Valley.

The warm climate and Portuguese grape varieties create richly flavoured fortified wines with depth, balance and ageing potential.

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