Vibrant notes of passion fruit, pear, sweet melon and citrus. There is a distinct mineral presence from this cooler climate. A beautiful salinity runs through the wine with a youthfulness freshness.
Stats
- Grapes: 100% Syrah
- Vineyard: 2 blocks of Leeuwenkuil Vineyards
- Vine Age: 15-25-years-old
- Soil Type: Schist and shale
- Viticulture: Sustainable – dry farmed
- Fermentation: Native – open top stainless steel (100% destemmed)
- Skin Contact: 3 weeks
- Aging: 12 months in 500L French puncheons
- Alcohol: 13.1%
- pH: 3.61
- Total Acidity: 5.3 g/L
- Total SO2: 69 ppm
- Total Production: 500 cases
- UPC: 6009900041599
Tasting Note
Press & Reviews
The WineMag
91
"W.O. Swartland. Matured in 500-litre barrels for 12 months. A hint of reduction before red berries, pepper and spice on the nose while the palate is light and fresh with powdery tannins, the finish nicely dry. As ever, a really charming wine."
- Christian Eedes
- Christian Eedes