R1,700.00
The wine has a dark, inky garnet colour; the nose is greeted with aromas of freshly crushed black pepper, oyster shells and fresh black berries. Notes of violet, jasmine and biltong spice lift the nose. A grainy and chalky tannin brings breadth to the palate with a spicy, lingering finish.
Winemaker’s Comments
The 2020 SSS shows the evolution of the Syrah style shift at Saxenburg. The focus is placed on promoting the fruit in the wine. Strong spice notes of black pepper and coriander seed balance perfumed jasmine and violet aromas. This wine is produced in limited quantities and displays the pinnacle of Saxenburg Syrah.
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Tasting Notes
The wine has a dark, inky garnet colour; the nose is greeted with aromas of freshly crushed black pepper, oyster shells and fresh black berries. Notes of violet, jasmine and biltong spice lift the nose. A grainy and chalky tannin brings breadth to the palate with a spicy, lingering finish.
| Vintage: | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Cultivar: | 100% Shiraz |
| Alc: | 14.05% |
| TA: | 5.6 g/l |
| RS: | 2.4 g/l |
| pH: | 3.6 |
| Appellation: | Stellenbosch |
