Shiraz

Indulge in the Stanford Hills Shiraz, a decadent and juicy cool-climate Shiraz that showcases silky and rounded tannins, along with a great spice and character on the palate. This beautiful wine offers a rich nose filled with hints of tobacco and white pepper, enhancing the dark red fruit flavors of blackberries, plum, and dark cherries.

Vineyard Information:

• Cultivar: 100% Shiraz
• Region: Walker Bay
• Appellation: Stanford Foothills
• Irrigation: Complimentary Drip
• Trellis System: Vertical Shoot Positioning
• Soil: Clay & “Koffieklip” (Ferricrete)
• Climate: Cool with winter rainfall

Harvest Information:

• Type: Hand-picked
• Date: 2nd March 2015
• Yield: 6 tons/ha

Product Information:

• Full Name: Stanford Hills Shiraz
• Current Vintage: 2021

Wine Making:

• Wine Maker: Peter Kastner
• Consultant: Niels Verberg
• Grapes were hand-selected, crushed, and underwent 2 days of cold maceration before yeast inoculation. Fermentation took place in small bins with regular punch-downs, maintaining a temperature between 22 & 30°C until dry on skins. Malo-lactic fermentation was completed in tank before racking to barrel. The wine matured in French and Hungarian barriques for 10 months (5% new).

Wine Maker’s Remarks:

• Colour: Ruby red
• Nose: A decadent nose with notes of cloves, plums, and a touch of eucalyptus
• Palate: Dark plums follow from the nose, offering rich, full-bodied decadent fruit flavors. The wine finishes with a long, balanced finish and spicy tannins that support the fruit profile

Analysis:

• Alcohol: 14.99%
• Residual Sugar: 2.4 g/L
• Total Acid: 5.5 g/L
• Free SO2: 6mg/L
• pH: 3.72

Wine/Food Pairing Recommendation:

Pair this decadent Stanford Hills Shiraz with roasted meats, venison, rich meat dishes, and flavorful casseroles to enhance your dining experience with its rich fruit flavors, balanced finish, and spicy character.