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VARIETAL:
Shiraz
VINTAGE:
2017
MORE INFORMATION:
The grapes were whole berry fermented and cold soaked. 3/4 through fermentation, half of the wine was racked into 100% new American oak barrels. The rest was left to ferment dry on the skins. It was then racked into 100% new French oak barrels after 6 months. The wine was then oak matured for 18—24 months in 100% new oak.
Complex amalgam of red berried fruit with soft tones of chocolate and espresso.
Round and full mouth-feel showing mulberry, sweet spice and pepper with a silky texture and velvet character.
Superb with robust dishes. Slow-cooked casseroles, “potjiekos” with lamb neck as well as all types of game.