COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Richard Kershaw Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Kershaw Wines Clonal Selection Syrah 2021 originates from the Elgin Valley in South Africa, a region known for its cool climate and high altitude. Founded by Master of Wine Richard Kershaw, the winery focuses on producing site-specific wines from noble grape varieties. This Syrah is a testament to the region's potential for producing elegant and precise expressions of the grape, distinct from warmer climate styles. The wine's uniqueness stems from its clonal selection and the careful sourcing from multiple vineyard parcels within Elgin, reflecting a commitment to capturing the essence of place.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€53
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Elgin Valley's climate is often compared to Burgundy and the Northern Rhône.
Fact 02
Richard Kershaw is South Africa's only Master of Wine.
Fact 03
The wine uses clonal selection for precise varietal expression.
Fact 04
Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts is employed.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Kershaw Wines Clonal Selection Syrah 2021 is produced from Syrah grapes sourced from five distinct vineyard parcels in the Elgin Valley. The winemaking process begins with destemmed grapes fermented spontaneously in small, open-top fermenters using wild yeasts. Following a maceration period of 20 to 26 days, the wine undergoes malolactic conversion in barrel after being racked by gravity. Maturation takes place over 17 months in French oak, utilizing a combination of new and used barriques and larger casks, as well as concrete eggs, to refine the wine's structure and complexity.
