Stonecross Shiraz 2011

Name: Stonecross Shiraz 2011
Brand: Stonecross
SKU: 32469

Deep ruby red colored wine. Aromas of black pepper, liquorice, red cherries and raspberries combine with a subtle smokiness. Tannins are well integrated and soft. Good weight on palate with a pleasant smoky and plummy aftertaste.

Pepper steak, Spare rib and Lamb roast.

variety : Shiraz [ 100% Shiraz ]

winery : Deetlefs Estate

winemaker : Ferdi Visser

wine of origin : Western Cape

analysis : alc : 14.3 % vol rs : 2.5 g/l pH : 3.46 ta : 5.4 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Medium wooded

pack : Bottle size : 0 closure : Screwcap

ageing : - 5 years

in the vineyard : Rootstock: R99
Clone: SH99 & SH1A
Plant Date: 1998
Hectares: 11ha

about the harvest: Grapes are picked when the perfect balance between phenolic ripeness, soft fruit tannins and fruit aromas are achieved.
harvest Date: March 2011

in the cellar : Techniques in the winery are applied to maximize freshness and the expression of fruit typical to this noble variety. Oaking is used moderately as finishing/polishing component enabling us to produce varietal true wines.

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