COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Glenelly Estate
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Glenelly Estate Glass Collection Syrah 2022 is a 100% Syrah from Stellenbosch, South Africa. The estate, founded in 1682, was acquired by May de Lencquesaing in 2003, who brought her esteemed Bordeaux winemaking experience to the Cape. Situated on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg mountain, the estate leverages its unique terroir. The 2022 vintage experienced a cooler growing season with significant winter rainfall, contributing to balanced vine growth and concentrated flavors, despite a delayed start to the season. This vintage yielded modest quantities but is recognized for its quality and freshness.
ALCOHOL
14.4%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate founded in 1682, purchased by Bordeaux legend May de Lencquesaing in 2003.
Fact 02
Located on the Simonsberg mountain, a prime Stellenbosch terroir.
Fact 03
May de Lencquesaing also owned Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande.
Fact 04
Features a significant collection of antique and contemporary glass art.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Glenelly Estate Glass Collection Syrah 2022 is produced using a combination of fermentation techniques, including whole cluster, destemmed, and submerged cap methods, with the specific percentages varying by vintage and vineyard block. Fermentation is initiated naturally, with limited pump-overs to manage extraction. The wine spends one to three weeks on the skins post-fermentation. It is then aged for 12 months in 500-liter French oak barrels, predominantly of 5th and 6th use, to allow for integration and development.
