Journeys End

The Griffin Syrah

Name: Cape Doctor
Brand: Journeys End
Price: 514 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93 (1 reviews)

Syrah/Shiraz from Stellenbosch, South Africa

R484

Bottle size:

750 ml

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A youthful yet complex wine displaying violets and cherry with white pepper on the nose. The use of American oak adds subtle caramel notes as well as palate weight and mouthfeel. Although rich and succulent, silky polished tannins provide structure and an elegant lingering finish.

Violet

Cherry

White Pepper

Caramel

The bunches are left in the sun until late afternoon before being sorted and added to a stainless-steel tank, where the higher temperatures initiate the fermentation. Carbon Dioxide is added to the tank, creating an anaerobic environment. The tank is closed and left for 10 days to allow carbonic fermentation. The fruit weight naturally presses the lower bunches releasing juice in a very gentle fashion and any intact berries begin fermentation intracellularly.

The grapes were handpicked from Block 13, which is home to shiraz vines over 30 years old, and protected from the sea breeze by a row of pine trees. The block was picked very slowly and carefully from midday into the afternoon to ensure warmer grape temperatures upon intake. All leaves and excess stem are removed from the bunch before being processed. The vineyards are situated 200m above sea level, and just 7km from the ocean, with soil types of Oakleaf.

Journeys End

In 1995 the Gabb family (originally from Shropshire UK) took control of this picturesque wine farm surrounded by 20 ha of gorgeous vineyards. They have invested heavily in both the vineyards and the winery since then – with the estate growing to 120ha by July 2011. The initial Journey’s End investment was made by Roger Gabb who at that time was Founder and Managing Director of Western Wines. Following the sale of Western Wines to Constellation brands in 2006 the family turned their focus to their estate Journey’s End. Upon taking the helm in 2007 Roger’s son Rollo has since invested further into the estate through vineyard purchases and infrastructure.