Spier Creative Block 5
Description
WINEMAKER: Johan Jordaan ORIGIN: Groenekloof (Darling) a Stellenbosch - South Africa. TERROIR AND WINEMAKING: Decomposed granite with clay subsoil situated between 7 and 20km from the cold Atlantic Ocean. Grapes were hand-harvested, pre-cooled, de-stemmed and individually sorted to remove unwanted berries. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks for up to three weeks. Malolactic fermentation and maturation took place in 300L French oak barrels for 18 months (60% first fill; the balance second fill). Before blending, the wines were crafted individually to address the unique needs of each varietal so that each could reach its highest potential. ANALYSIS:
APPEARANCE: Deep ruby red in colour TASTING NOTE: Blackberry, cherry and blackcurrant is supported by cedar, dark chocolate and fennel hints that flow into a vibrant palate with great balance and dense tannins. The taste will be enhanced by ageing. |
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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.