Porseleinberg Syrah 2022 South Africa Swartland Red 75cl

Boekenhoutskloof Porseleinberg Syrah is a South African benchmark from Boekenhoutskloof, a producer recognized for the precision, authenticity, and expression of Swartland.

🍇 Region: Swartland, South Africa

👨‍🔬 Winemaker: Callie Louw

🌱 Grape varieties: Syrah

🛠️ Winemaking: Fermentation with precise extraction and aging in foudres and concrete vats, emphasizing tension, purity, and soil expression.

⏳ Stage: Extended stage to integrate structure, flavor, and minerality.

🌿 Vineyards: Selected vineyards in soils with a strong identity, influenced by South African climate and balanced ripening.

🧪 Analysis:

• Alcohol content: see back label.

👃 Organoleptic Test:

• Deep ruby ​​color. Aromas of blackberry, cassis, violet, dried herbs, pepper, black olive, and balsamic. Firm, mineral on the palate, with serious tannins and remarkable persistence.

⏳ Potential for Evolution: Ready to drink, with the ability to evolve in the cellar depending on the profile and shape of the bottle.

🍽️ Serving: Serve at 16-18 ºC. Decant before serving. Excellent with lamb, game, oven-baked meats and rich mushroom dishes.