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2009 Swartland Shiraz

The Riebeek Cellars Collection Shiraz from the Swartland region is a captivating red wine that showcases the outstanding characteristics of this acclaimed area. With its medium-bodied profile, it offers a delightful balance of richness and elegance. The wine displays bright acidity, contributing to its refreshing demeanor, while the fruit intensity is prominent, revealing lush notes of dark berries and hints of spice. Tannins are well-integrated, providing a firm structure that complements the wine's overall finesse. This Shiraz is crafted in a dry style, allowing the true essence of the grape to shine. The 2009 vintage is a testament to the exceptional quality produced in Swartland, making this wine a wonderful choice for both casual sipping and food pairing.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Chocolate

Chocolate

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Swartland
Swartland

Swartland is one of South Africa's largest wine regions, famed for its mouthwatering Chenin Blancs, fragrant Syrahs and punchy Pinotage. Forty miles north of Cape Town, Swartland covers a large area from the Atlantic Ocean to the sun-kissed plains of Piketberg. The region has a hot, dry climate away from the cooling ocean, with ancient shale and granite-based soils. This forces the vines to work hard, producing small but concentrated grapes.

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