Hoopenburg Shiraz 2018

Tasting Notes
Analysis & Info

The wine displays a dark purple plum core with a magenta red rim. Fragrant notes of raspberry and blackcurrant coats on the palate, followed by a hint of violet and subtle oak spice. The wine has supple tannins with a pleasant dry finish and crunchy acidity.

Technical Analysis
alc	14.3
rs	2.0
pH	3.64
ta	5.0
Wine Information
Accolades
Brand Group	The Hoopenburg Estate range
Other	The origin of these grapes stems from a single block 10 year old bush-vine vineyard in the Stellenbosch region. Harvesting took place late February at a balling of 25°. Skin fermentation was allowed for three weeks, where-after pressing, malolactic fermentation and ageing in second– and third-fill French oak barrels occurred. Light filtration and bottling followed afterwards.
Winemaker	Helanie Olivier
Variety	Shiraz
BlendPercent	100% Shiraz
FoodSuggest	This soft and palatable wine pairs well with a variety of medium to rare red meats, ox tail, goulash, casserole and venison.
Ageing	The wine can be enjoyed now and will age very well for the next 5 years.
Style
body	Medium
style	Dry
taste	Fragrant
type	Red
Type
Organic	0
Vegetarian	0
Pack
Closure	Cork
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle