COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Boekenhoutskloof
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2020 is a 100% Syrah from the Swartland region of South Africa. Produced by Boekenhoutskloof, a winery established in 1776 and revitalized in 1993, this vintage is noted as the first to be bottled under 14% alcohol, aiming for a more restrained style. The grapes are sourced from two Swartland farms: Porseleinberg, planted on decomposed mica-schist bedrock, and Goldmine, featuring brown schist with sandstone deposits. The 2020 growing season was moderately dry, contributing to moderate alcohol levels and lower pH, resulting in bright fruit and an elegant profile.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€53
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First Boekenhoutskloof Syrah vintage under 14% alcohol.
Fact 02
Grapes sourced from two distinct Swartland farms.
Fact 03
Porseleinberg vineyards planted on mica-schist bedrock.
Fact 04
Utilizes 60% whole bunches in fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2020 is produced using 100% Syrah grapes. Hand-harvested grapes are fermented spontaneously in tulip-shaped concrete tanks, with 60% whole bunches included. Minimal sulfur is added, and no acidification is performed. A soft délestage is carried out 2-3 times daily during fermentation. The wine is then aged for up to 18 months, primarily in 2,500L Austrian oak foudres and 600L demi-muids.
