La Bri Syrah 2008
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Tasting Notes: |
The dark, inky vibrant wine entices with an explosive mix of liquorice, violets and cloves. The entry is silky and soft followed by a glossy texture on the palate that combines flavours of cinnamon, white pepper and spice to offer an attractive density and mouthfeel. rich, lingering fruit and a long, pleasant finish. |
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| The Harvest: |
The Shiraz and Viognier grapes were picked together in the first week of March. |
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| In The Cellar: |
The Shiraz and Viognier grapes were crushed and co-fermented. Malolactic fermentation took place in barrel. the wine was matured for 24 months in 1/3 new 225L barrels (90% French, 10% American oak). | ||
| The Flower on label: | Herbae (Herbs) | ||
| Blend Information: | 95% Shiraz, 3% Viognier | ||
| Characteristics: |
Type : Red Style : Dry - Wooded |
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| Technical Analysis: |
Alcohol : 14.5 %vol pH : 3.52 RS : 3.8 g/l Total Acid : 5.6 g/l Appellation: Franschhoek |
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| Accolades |
Flower on the Label
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Herbae (Herbs)
A Shiraz/Viognier blend is known to create powerfully perfumed aromas of fennel, thyme, rosemary, violet and oregano, much like one would experience whilst strolling through a herb garden.
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