Essay Syrah Cinsault Mourvèdre 2022
Country
South Africa
Region
Western Cape - Western Cape
Nature
Wine
Family
Still wine
Quality
Not applicable
Colour
Red
Alcohol by volume
13.5
Designation
Wine of origin (WO)
Varietal
Syrah 40%, Cinsault 27%, Grenache 20%, Mourvèdre 13%
Winemaking notes
Grapes were hand-harvested and fermented over a 7-day period in stainless-steel tanks. All components were lightly wooded in older casks for a softer mouthjeel. The wine was made in a delicate but fruitforward style. Fining and filtration was done prior to bottling.
Viticultural notes
A dry and relatively short growing season resulted in optimal preservation of aromatics in the wines. Cool evenings encouraged moisture retention in the soils and gave concentrated colour to the skins.
Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvedre grapes come from dry-farmed vineyards grown on shale soils in the Agter-Paarl region. The Grenache grows on the border of the Agter-Paarl and Swart/and regions, on irrigated trellised vines.
Tasting notes
The Essay Red is an aromatic Syrah-driven blend. A touch of Cinsault, Grenache and Mourvedre softens the palate, adding floral notes with a hint of spice.
COLOUR: Ruby garnet.
AROMA: Ripe plum, vanilla, spice and violets.
PALATE: Plum, blueberries, dark cherry and anise
BODY: Rich, with a lush mouthfeel and gentle tannins.