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3.6
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Expert Rating:

4.5

Villiera Down to Earth Red

Villiera
2020
$14.29
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionStellenbosch
Alcohol Level
Country
South Africa
SubregionStellenbosch
Drinking Window
GrapesShiraz/SyrahTouriga Nacional
Wine Description:
Villiera Down to Earth Red is a captivating blend of Touriga Nacional and Shiraz grapes, crafted in the Stellenbosch wine region of South Africa. After picking, destemming and lightly crushing the grapes, the wine is vinified with the aim of gentle extraction, to create a soft, fruity red that is approachable on release. The wine is aged for a short period in oak to soften the tannins and round out the mouthfeel. Both varieties come together to create a seamless blend, with Shiraz offering flavors of dark berries and spice, whilst Touriga Nacional provides robust tannins and floral notes.
Pros:
  • Good intensity of flavors and palate presence
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Cons:
  • Monolithic style that lacks a little subtlety
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User Rating:

3.6
Regularly Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.5

Wine Expert Note:

Villiera Down to Earth Red is an approachable, fruity red made blend of Touriga Nacional and Shiraz grapes. The wine has a deep ruby appearance. The nose is immediately open and expressive, with notes of ripe blackberries, plums, and a hint of spice bursting from the glass. The palate is rich and medium to full-bodied, with soft tannins and well-integrated acidity that redresses the balance, helping to offset the ripe black fruit. The wine is moderate in length, culminating in a dry, fruity finish.
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