Single Vineyard Syrah 2016, Rust en Vrede

‘From granitic soils, the Rust en Vrede Single Vineyard Syrah displays its hallmark intensity of colour, aromatics and flavours handsomely. Concentrated aromatics of blackberries, blueberries and plums flourish alongside flavours of star anise, black pepper and cloves. Sweet tobacco and vanilla pod oak are lavished on both the nose and the palate and nicely compliments the opulent fruit. This is a seductive wine from the 2016 vintage, which with its abundance of fruit and inherent structure, will allow it to age a decade or longer without difficulty.’ Jolette Steyn (Wine Cellar)

Ageing Potential: 10 to 15 years

Serving temperature: 14 to 16° Celsius

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