Swartland Bush Vines Syrah

Tasting Notes

A forthcoming, complex nose with a bouquet of spice, white pepper, violet and an earthy smokiness complemented by red berry fruit. This beautifully full and complex wine delivers lively red berry fruits, firm tannins and good oak integration with a well balanced finish.

About

The Swartland name originates from a description of the indigenous "renosterbos" or rhino bush, which appears to turn black, ("Swart" in Afrikaans), during the summer months. This hot, dry climate has an average temperature range of 25°C to 35°C and an annual rainfall of 450 mm and 600mm, but the altitude of these vineyards creates a cool oasis in this arid landscape. Minimal intervention and environmentally friendly farming practices are paramount.

80% of the vineyards are small bush vines with an average yield of six tonnes per hectare; the quality of fruit is exceptional. The grapes for this wine came from a single vineyard of 100% bush vines with an age range of between 25 years to 40 years, which are grown at 300 metres above sea-level.

The berries were harvested at optimal phenolic ripeness and then fermented at temperatures of between 24°C to 26°C. Pump overs and aeration took place during the first half of the fermentation, which gradually became shorter in frequency and duration.

The wine was influenced by oak during fermentation and post-fermentation extended skin contact was applied, to extract the desired levels of colour, flavour and fine tannins. The wine was aged in 1st, 2nd and 3rd fill French oak, medium toast barrels for 12 months.

Ideal with...

Grilled or roasted meat dishes such as Beefburgers, Ribs, Roast Beef, Steak, Lamb or Venison.

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