COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Grenache
PRODUCER
Vriesenhof
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Vriesenhof Grenache 2016 is a red wine from Stellenbosch, South Africa, produced by Vriesenhof Vineyards. The grapes are sourced from old vines in the Piekenierskloof region, an area known for Grenache cultivation. The 2016 vintage in South Africa was marked by drought conditions, which may have influenced the wine's concentration and structure. Vriesenhof Vineyards was founded in 1980 by Jan 'Boland' Coetzee, a former Springbok rugby player with winemaking experience in Burgundy. The estate is known for its traditional winemaking approach and focus on terroir expression.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from old vines in Piekenierskloof.
Fact 02
Producer Jan 'Boland' Coetzee is a former Springbok rugby player.
Fact 03
2016 vintage experienced drought conditions in South Africa.
Fact 04
Wine described as having a 'meaty quality'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Vriesenhof Grenache 2016 is produced using traditional winemaking practices combined with modern techniques. Key methods include cold maceration to extract color and aroma, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels for a period of 14 to 18 months. These techniques are employed to preserve the varietal characteristics and develop complexity.
