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Nativo

Swartland 34% Shiraz, 27% Pinotage, 14% Mourvedre, 21% Grenache, 4% Tempranillo

The Hughes Family Wines Nativo is a delightful gem hailing from the renowned Swartland region, an area celebrated for its exceptional winegrowing conditions. This captivating red blend is composed predominantly of Shiraz, Pinotage, Mourvedre, Grenache, and a touch of Tempranillo, each contributing to a harmonious and multifaceted flavor profile. With a vibrant, ruby-red hue, this wine greets the palate with a well-balanced and medium-bodied mouthfeel. The Shiraz lends robustness and spice, while the Pinotage offers a unique smokiness and earthiness. Mourvedre and Grenache add layers of dark fruit and a hint of floral notes, and the Tempranillo ties it all together with its subtle tannins and refreshing acidity. The result is a complex, fruit-forward wine that boasts high intensity and a pleasingly firm structure. Nativo's notable attributes make it both food-friendly and an exquisite choice for any occasion, making every sip truly memorable.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Meats, Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops

Region:


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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