Syrah

Pairs well with roast leg of lamb, steak and chops, venison, osso bucco, barbecued spareribs, hamburgers and strong cheeses.

The wine was barrel matured for 18 months in 30% new French oak barrels with only selected barrels chosen for the final blend.

After destalking and minimal crushing of the berries, they were left to cold soak for 48 hours. Fermentation with selected Rhone yeast strains was temperature controlled at 22-2C. Pump overs were effected twice daily.

Strandveld Vineyards lies between Elim and Cape Agulhas, just 9km from the sea, shaped by strong winds, cool temperatures, and a maritime climate. Its unique terroir of coastal conditions and diverse soils gives the wines their distinctive character. Inspired by early explorers, the vineyards were established in 2001 by pioneers drawn to this rugged, promising landscape.