‘The Francophile’ Syrah, Stellenbosch, South Africa

This Stellenbosch unoaked Syrah aims to capture the style of a French Crozes-Hermitage or Saint-Joseph, focusing on vibrant red-black fruit and floral notes rather than heavy oak, and was designed to be a pure expression of the grape. The fruit is handpicked and fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness. The  partial whole bunch ferment contributes to its vibrant character. Expect lush red and black fruit, floral notes, and pepper spice, with a clean, fresh finish. This is a very pure and naked example of the Syrah grape!

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A note from Rick (the alter ego of Richard Kelley, MW, one of the world's foremost experts on the subject of South African wine):

"Beyond the periphery of South Africa’s conventional vineyard regions lie great vinous treasures, resigned to anonymity; forgotten, abandoned or just simply undiscovered. It is the mission of Rick, our intrepid Cape Crusader, to seek out and liberate these rare wines, consigning them to the table of the most inquisitive and discerning imbiber. Each episode represents a single discovery; a precious parcel that is both unique and finite".