Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Residual Sugar 2.1 g/L
pH 3.62
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Syrah
Syrah100%
Region Stellenbosch
Soil Decomposed granite (hutton and glenrosa soil form)
Orientation West-Facing
Harvest Dates March 4-April 4, 2022
Grape Clone SH99, SH1
Vine Age 35 years old
Fermentation Vessels Oak Barrel, Amphora
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Oak Aging 16 months
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size 225L, 400L amphora
Production Details Fermentation was done between 26-28°C. Malolactic fermentation was completed in older 225L French oak barrels where the wine was matured for a total of 16 months. Whole bunches were placed in 400L amphora and went through carbonic maceration which adds depth and complexity to the wine.
Tasting Notes
Nose: peppered charcuterie, chipotle, red fruits
Palate: medium-bodied
Food Pairing dry aged Chalmar ribeye, game, duck Magret
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Stellenbosch Kloof Road, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Phone
+27 (0) 21 881 3441
Email
Owner
Gary Jordan &
Kathy Jordan
Kathy Jordan
Cellarmaster
Gary Jordan (with Sjaak Nelson)