COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz
PRODUCER
Spier Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Spier Million Trees Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 is a red wine from Spier Wines in the Western Cape, South Africa. A distinctive aspect of this wine is its 'Million Trees' initiative, which links wine purchases to environmental conservation and social upliftment programs. The wine is also notable for its innovative, climate-smart paper packaging. Spier Wines itself is one of the oldest wine estates in South Africa, with a history dating back to 1692, and holds organic and ethical certifications, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and community.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Wine purchase supports tree planting and community aid.
Fact 02
Packaged in environmentally friendly paper.
Fact 03
Spier is organically and ethically certified.
Fact 04
Estate dates back to 1692.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Spier Million Trees Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 is produced using grapes harvested separately at optimal ripeness. The grapes are destemmed and gently pressed before undergoing cold maceration and fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 10-14 days. Following fermentation, the wine is transferred to new stainless steel tanks for aging. The wine undergoes an initial 8-month aging period in stainless steel, after which the blend is created. It is then aged for an additional 5 months before bottling. Spier Wines is committed to sustainability, holding organic and ethical certifications and employing regenerative agriculture practices. The wine is presented in an environmentally friendly paper packaging.
