Stark-Condé Syrah is a premium wine produced by Stark-Condé, a renowned winery located in the Jonkershoek Valley of Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine is made from Syrah grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which are situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountains. The vineyards benefit from a unique combination of soil types, microclimates, and elevations, which contribute to the wine's complexity and depth of flavor. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle handling, and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied, rich, and complex Syrah with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of smokiness. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate premium quality wines with a distinct sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
A bold, juicy Syrah from the renowned Stark-Condé Estate, this wine is packed with ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and clove notes.On the palate, it is velvety and inviting, with a hint of white pepper freshness that lingers through the long, lingering finish. A perfect match for herbed roast beef, this is a wine that can hold its own on the dinner table.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Stark-Condé
Region: Stellenbosch
Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim.
Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.