Spier Seaward Shiraz
Description
WINEMAKER:
Johan Jordaan
ORIGIN:
Coastal region - South Africa
TERROIR AND WINEMAKING:
Rolling hills of decomposed granite with clay subsoil from Paarl, Darling and Stellenbosch. 100% Shiraz grapes harvested from selected vineyard blocks and cold soaked for 2 to 3 days at 13 - 14°C. Alcoholic fermentation completed after 15 days in stainless steel tanks. The wine matured for 14 months in barrel before blending.
ANALYSIS:
|
Alc |
14.49 % vol |
TA |
5.1 g/L |
|
RS |
4.1 g/L |
pH |
3.50 |
APPEREANCE:
Dark ruby red with bright youthful rim
TASTING NOTE:
Beautiful layered aromas of mulberry, violets and plum supported by infused allspice. The palate has richness with good length and smooth tannins.
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Harnessing more than 300 years of winemaking heritage, Spier has transformed into an award-winning Stellenbosch wine farm. The winemaking team is committed to crafting wines truly expressive of their terroir, with minimal interference.