Savoury spice and perfumed floral notes in the bouquet
become red cherry, dried cranberry and Turkish delight
on the palate. Crunchy tannish ensure a long dry finish.
Smash-able complexity.
Vintage: 2024
Winery / Producer: Sanniesrust
Grape Variety(ies): Cinsuat
Wine of Origin: Stellenbosch
Soil Type: Red-yellow apedal, freely drained soils
Climate: Coastal Mediterranean
Elevation: 360m
Sustainability & Farming Practices:
Conventional farming practices
Alcohol Percentage: 11.33%
Total Acidity (TA): 6.2 g/L g/L
Residual Sugar (RS): 1.2 g/L g/L
pH Level: 3.48
Process:
Grapes were harvested by hand.
Spontaneous natural fermentation took place in an open top
Fermentation tank with minimal punch downs. 10% of the juice
Was bled off to make Rose
25% of the grapes were left as whole bunch clusters for
fermentation.
Fermentation Style:
Spontaneous natural fermentation
Aging Method:
Matured in 3rd fill 300-liter French oak
barrels for 12 months. Bottled unfiltered and unfined.
Aging Duration: 12 months
Its subtle earthy undertones and floral lift make it a great match for Mediterranean fare such as grilled lamb koftas, ratatouille, or herbed roast chicken. It also complements North African dishes like tagines with dried fruit and warm spices, and works well with charcuterie, mushroom risotto, or lentil-based stews.
Serving Temperature: 18
Decanting Recommended: No