Kleinood
Tamboerskloof Syrah
Shiraz Blend from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Kleinood
The name Tamboerskloof means the valley (kloof) of the drums (tamboer). When the Dutch settled in the Cape in 1652 lookout posts manned with spotters were established on the hills and mountains around the peninsula. The first spotter was placed where the suburb of Tamboerskloof lies today. These spotters drummed the message of an approaching ship from one lookout post to the next until the farmers in the surrounding valleys heard the drums and proceeded to harvest their crops and hasten to Cape Town harbour with their wagons in order to meet the ship on arrival. Before moving to the Boland Gerard, Libby and their two children Spicer and Katharien lived in this Cape Town suburb for 25 years. Thus with the fondest memories and the need to acknowledge the happy years they had spent there they named their wine Tamboerskloof.
Description
The 2021 vintage of the Tamboerskloof Syrah is a focused expression of Kleinood terroir. A bright ruby colour with a youthful purple rim. The nose is inviting and concentrated, featuring elegant notes of violets and blackberry layered with subtle hints of white pepper. On the palate, the wine shows a distinct grip that remains remarkably gentle, characterised by well-rounded, fine-grained tannins that add structure without aggression. It is a juicy yet sophisticated wine, offering a refreshing acidity and a long, savoury finish that highlights its balanced integration and elegant weight.
Food Pairing
The elegance of the Tamboerskloof Syrah makes it wonderfully versatile for food pairing. However, this vintage pairs exceptionally well with darker meats like duck, lamb and venison.
