Carinus
Syrah
Syrah/Shiraz from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Carinus
Danie and Hugo Carinus have taken some liberty in calling their wine label Carinus Family Vineyards in that they are only very distantly related. They are however good friends and grape growers who supply some of the leading producers in the country from vineyards situated in Devon Valley Polkadraai and the Swartland. Their label has been around for a few years but in 2016 inveigled rising star Lukas van Loggerenberg to oversee production with good result. From a 1981 Swartland vineyard but involving more acute viticulture and a barrel selection in the cellar.
Description
Crystal clear, bright medium ruby with a pronounced nose of strawberries, cherry, raspberry, tomato leaf, olives, black pepper and geranium. Dry, medium bodied, delicious acidity, fine tannins with a medium plus finish. Red fruits, cloves, black pepper and coffee on the palate.
Food Pairing
Best paired with lamb kofta or sticky short rib.
