FRANSCHHOEK CELLAR Baker Station Shiraz 2021

With similar fortitude and endurance that finds synergy with our Shiraz, Franschhoek’s well-preserved original station building is reminiscent of the work of the lauded British architect, Sir Herbert Backer. The charming building follows Cape Dutch revival lines with its unmistakable gable and form. Deep ruby with exuberant mulberry, plum, pepper and modest oak spice supported by soft ripe tannins that provide a well-structured and balanced juicy finish of pleasing length and finesse.

Welcome to Franschhoek Cellar

From vineyards that vary in age from 7 to 20 years. The vineyards are planted on varied soil types that lend specific nuances and characters to each block of grapes contributing to the complexity of the wine.

24 hours of cold maceration on the skins allowed maximum colour extraction to begin before the juice was inoculated with yeast and allowed to ferment at controlled temperatures. Pump-overs were alternated with punch downs at least 3 times daily, before 8-12 months of oak maturation. Finally the wines was blended, stabilized and bottled.