2012 De Toren The Black Lion

De Toren

The Black Lion

Syrah/Shiraz from Stellenbosch, South Africa

R4,600

Bottle size:

750 ml

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The 2012 vintage of The Black Lion presents a deep, inky color with a complex bouquet of dark fruits, including blackberries and plums, complemented by notes of spice, leather, and subtle hints of tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied and opulent, showcasing rich flavors of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla, supported by well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish.
Blackcurrant
Wood Spice
Sweet Spice
Blackberry

De Toren

The truth is in the vine. The guiding philosophy that elevated this boutique estate into one of South Africa’s most respected premium wine producers. De Toren began with a view. Enchanted by the estate’s panoramic vistas stretching from the Helderberg, over False Bay and across to Table Mountain and recognising the untapped potential of this unique site, the foundation for De Toren’s innovative approach to crafting world-class Bordeaux-style wines, was laid. Working closely with academics from the Stellenbosch University, an extensive soil analysis of the property embarked. A dozen sampling holes were dug on each hectare of the farm, treble the wine industry’s standard practice. Across the estate’s 25 hectares, 15 separate soil types were identified and ultimately 25 clones across the five classic Bordeaux varieties were planted. Here this philosophy of craftsmanship and exceptional care was born and was applied to everything we have done ever since.

Description

The 2012 vintage of The Black Lion presents a deep, inky color with a complex bouquet of dark fruits, including blackberries and plums, complemented by notes of spice, leather, and subtle hints of tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied and opulent, showcasing rich flavors of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, and a touch of vanilla, supported by well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish.

Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant
Wood Spice
Wood Spice
Sweet Spice
Sweet Spice
Blackberry
Blackberry

Food Pairing

This exquisite wine with its bold and powerful flavours are best served with a succulent and tenderly grilled steak.

Lamb
Lamb
Poultry
Poultry
Game Birds
Game Birds
Beef
Beef

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