Cape Cru - a tasting of unique wines
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€14.95
Winemaker | Country | Region |
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Brookdale Wine Estate | South Africa | Paarl |
Vineyard |
The Mason Road syrah comes from young vineyards (approximately 15 years old) around Brookdale Estate. The estate is located near Klein Drakenstein in Paarl, a long-established wine region with a long history. |
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Vinification | The grapes are manually harvested separately at varying stages. Grenache and Syrah were whole-bunch fermented while Cinsault and Petit Syrah were crushed and destemmed. Each batch was fermented separately in open top fermenters with wild/natural yeast. Gentle extraction and pressing. Malolactic fermentation and 8 months maturation in French oak barrels (300 and 500l.) |
Vintage | 2022 |
Oak aging | Yes |
Ageing potential | up to 5 years after harvest |
Alcohol percentage | 14.5% |
Closure | Screw cap |