Description
The 2020 Shiraz shows layers of complexity on the nose: White pepper and Cape fynbos is complemented by aromas of ripe plums and violets on the nose. The wine shows beautiful intensity on the palate, and the fine tannin structure promises good ageing potential.
Certifications
Alcohol
14.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
Mediterranean climate with cool breezes from the Atlantic Ocean, with an average maximum temperature in summer of 26˚C, and an average night-time low in winter of 8˚C. The long-term average rainfall is 1100 mm per year. The soil types vary from yellow-brown clay soil to red-brown loamy soil, both from granitic origin.
Vinification
The grapes were handed picked at ±24 - 25º Balling. The biggest component was fermented in closed tanks with regular pump-overs, while a small portion was fermented whole bunch in open fermentors with manual punch downs.
Maturation
The wines were matured for 12 months in 500 liter barrels, 25% in New French Oak, 25% 2nd fill, 25% 3rd fill barrels and 15% 4th fill barrels with 10% in 2700 liter Foudre.
