Blaauwklippen Shiraz 2022

Serve slightly chilled (18°C) it is great summer red wine.

TASTING NOTE

Dark cherries, spiced plum and licorice nuances on the nose leads to plush fruit flavours on the palate. A mineral mid palate leads to a flinty aftertaste and creamy finish.

FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTION

Springbok fillet roulade with wild mushroom filling and crisp fried sweet potato

WINE MAKING

Hand harvested grapes were transported to the cellar. A whole bunch fermentation portion of 25% was included in the blend, the rest of the grapes (75%) were destemmed and whole berry fermentation commenced in French oak casks. Twice daily pump-overs ensured the delicate extraction of tannins. Total skin-contact time of around 21days were given, before pressing. Maturation commenced in 300L French oak barrels for 12months in barrels prior to racking, blending and bottling. 40% New barrels and 60% 2nd and 3rd fill barrels used.