Shiraz 2021
Shiraz 2021
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WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS
This 100% Shiraz replaces the Shiraz-dominated blend of previous vintages. The wine is an intense ruby red coloured and complex, expressing flavours of berry fruit, ground pepper spice and peachy fruit. The palate is alive with berry fruit and the peppery, spicy and toasted oak flavours are well- integrated. A full-bodied wine with pleasant ripe tannins and a smooth, lingering aftertaste.
AWARDS & RATINGS
2021 VINTAGE:
2024 National Wine Challenge: Double Gold
2019 VINTAGE:
2023 National Wine Challenge: Top 100 SA Winner & Double Platinum
2022 National Wine Challenge: Double Silver
2022 Gilbert Galliard International Wine Challenge: 89/100 Rating
2018 VINTAGE:
2020 Veritas Wine Awards: Gold
DESCRIPTION
VITICULTURE
The Shiraz vineyards were planted in 2005 on a north-west facing slope. The vineyards are trellised and under micro-irrigation and the soil type is calcareous (red clay & lime mix).
WINEMAKING
The grapes were picked at optimum ripeness of between 24 and 25 °Balling (Brix) and allowed to ferment naturally (wild yeast). During fermentation, the temperature was regulated at 25 – 28 °Celsius and the cap soaked with pump-overs every two to three hours. When dry, the wine was left on the skins for another three days before racking and pressing. After malolactic fermentation started, the wine was transferred to second and third-fill 300-litre French oak barrels where it was left to mature for 12 months.
FOOD PAIRING & SERVING SUGGESTION
Pair with pizzas, pastas, game or any red meat. Serve at room temperature (18°C).
WINE ANALYSIS
Residual Sugar: 2.8 g/l
Alcohol: 13,76 %
Acidity: 5,7 g/l
PH: 3.38 VA: 0.44 g/l
Total Extract: 34 g/l
Total SO2: 138 mg/l
Free SO2: 21 mg/l
PACKAGING DETAILS
Bottle volume: 750ml
Case size: 6 x 750ml
Pallet size: 90 x 6 x 750ml
Case weight: 9.4 kg
Closure: Natural Cork
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Return Policy
We offer a 14-day return policy. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in its original condition, unused, and in its original packaging. A receipt or proof of purchase is required.
To initiate a return, please contact us at info@rietvallei.co.za. If your return is approved, we will provide you with a return shipping label. Items sent back without prior authorization will not be accepted.
For any return-related inquiries, feel free to contact us.
Damages & Issues
Please inspect your order upon arrival and contact us immediately if your item is defective, damaged, or incorrect. We will assess the issue and take the necessary steps to resolve it.