COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Shiraz
PRODUCER
Allesverloren Wine Estate
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Allesverloren Shiraz is produced by Allesverloren Wine Estate, one of South Africa's oldest wine estates, located in the Swartland Wine of Origin district. The estate's name, 'all is lost,' reflects its historical resilience, with the Malan family having managed it since 1872. The wine is a 100% Shiraz, reflecting the character of the Swartland terroir, known for its warm climate and mineral-rich soils. The 2020 vintage benefited from a warm, dry ripening season, contributing to the wine's deep color and fruit expression. Allesverloren is recognized for its tradition of producing robust red wines with significant aging potential.
ALCOHOL
13.7%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate name means 'all is lost' after a 1704 fire.
Fact 02
Malan family has owned the estate since 1872.
Fact 03
Oldest wine estate in the Swartland Wine of Origin district.
Fact 04
Vineyards are situated on the southeastern slopes of Kasteelberg.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Allesverloren Shiraz is made from 100% Shiraz grapes, hand-harvested from trellised vineyards on the south-eastern slopes of Kasteelberg. The grapes are fermented on their skins in open tanks at 25°C for five to seven days, followed by four months on the lees. Each vineyard block is vinified separately. The wine is then aged for 15 months in a mix of new, second, and third-fill French oak barrels, and some new American oak barrels. Viticultural practices focus on canopy management and yield control to ensure optimal fruit development.
