Description
The 2022 Stellenbosch Reserve Kruithuis Syrah Dark and brooding with mulberry, blackberry, tobacco, and cured meat on the nose. Full bodied with ripe yet present tannins, and integrated acidity to support the intense flavours of mulberry, green pepper corn, bramble, and cumin. A dense and layered Syrah with a spicy finish.
The wines of the Stellenbosch Reserve pay homage to iconic buildings of Stellenbosch town. These landmarks represent the legacy of the town, in the same way that the wines represent classic varietal expressions of the Stellenbosch terroir. Through a combination of wine, architecture and heritage the wine can tell a story that is uniquely Stellenbosch.
The Building: The Munitions House (Kruithuis)
The Kruithuis was completed in 1777 as the munitions building for the Dutch East India Company. Prior to this, the officers of the Stellenbosch cavalry had to go to Cape Town for military training once a year. Today the VOC Kruithuis is a symbol of military strength and power, which is reflected in the powerful fruit flavours and structure of the 2018 Syrah.
Alcohol: 14.31% ABV
