WINE DESCRIPTION
Spice Route Shiraz is a premium red wine produced by Spice Route Winery, located in the Swartland region of South Africa. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Paardeberg Mountains, where the vines benefit from the cooling Atlantic breezes and the unique terroir of the region. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied Shiraz with rich aromas of black fruit, spice, and pepper, and a complex palate of dark chocolate, coffee, and vanilla. Spice Route Shiraz is a perfect choice for those who appreciate bold and flavorful wines with a touch of elegance.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Spice Route Shiraz is a bold and full-bodied red wine with a deep garnet color.On the nose, intense aromas of dark ripe fruits such as cherries, figs, and plums are complemented by subtle notes of black pepper and sweet spices. The palate is smooth, with ripe tannins and well-integrated oak, leading to a long and pleasant finish. Notes of blackberry, dark chocolate, and tobacco dominate, making this a perfect wine to pair with a hearty meal.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Spice Route
Region: Swartland
Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Western Cape, the Swartland wine region is quickly becoming one of the country's most exciting and dynamic wine-producing areas. With its unique combination of topography, climate, and grape varieties, Swartland is producing some of the most interesting and complex wines in the country.
Swartland has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the area in the late 1600s. The region was officially recognized as a wine-producing area in the early 1900s, and since then, it has become one of the most important wine-producing regions in South Africa.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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