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MeinertThe Graduate Syrah 2019
MeinertThe Graduate Syrah 2019
| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2019 |
| ABV | 13% |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Western Cape |
| Sub-Region | Stellenbosch |
| Main Grape | Syrah (100%) |
| Expression | Red, Medium-Bodied and Elegant |
Tasting note
Slow-ripening old-vine Syrah, cooled by sea breezes, spilling over with blueberry, blackberry and plums, with that signature Syrah pepper fragrance on the nose.
In the press
Alluring succulent sour cherry and plum on the nose with hints of liquorice, violets and pepper. Juicy and elegant palate.
Lower in alcohol and less oaky than it used to be, the Meinert Syrah has changed for the better under Brendan Butler. Deftly wooded, scented and spicy, with understated concentration, red berry fruit and hints of clove and wild herbs. 2022-26
Viticulture
Winds at flowering reduce the crop by up to 30% resulting in concentrated flavours and together with longer ripening, produces a seamless and elegant expression of Syrah.
Vinification
Cold maceration of 10 days at under 10ºC followed by a short hot fermentation (3 days) before pressing. About a third of the wine underwent carbonic maceration so as to enhance the finer nuances of our Pinotage. Bottled after 24 months in 225L 2nd 3rd and 4th fill French oak barrels
Food Match
Venison carpaccio and hearty meat dishes.
| Closure | Diam | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||
| Grape Varieties |
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| pH | 3.54 | ||
| Total Acidity | 5.1g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 3.4g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | H3666119 |