Rall Wines
Ava Syrah
Syrah/Shiraz from Swartland, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R145 nationwide
Rall Wines
Rall Wines was established in 2008 and is owned and run by young, independent winemaker Donovan Rall who has quickly made a significant impact on the South African wine industry. In 2019, UK Master of Wine, Tim Atkin appropriately commented that it’s hard to imagine what life was like before the likes of Donovan who, together with a few others, “have helped to transform the industry”. After graduating from Stellenbosch University in 2005, Donavan spent the next two years gaining experience and getting stuck into harvests around the world. On his return to South Africa in 2007, his next stint was a season in the Swartland, assisting none other than Eben Sadie. It was here where he got the inspiration from the Mediterranean varietals to make wines under his own label.
Description
"Cranberry, raspberry, olive, orange, floral perfume, cinnamon and pepper on the nose. The palate is exquisite, defined by refinement and poise. Striking fruit purity, cohesive and weightless in feel, with lively acidity and ultra-fine tannins. The finish is remarkably long. The most restrained and precise vintage of this extraordinary wine to date. Alc: 13%" Christian Eedes
Food Pairing
Beef, Lamb, Poultry, Game (deer, venison)
