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A very pure and honest expression of cool-climate Syrah from Elgin. Black fruit flavours underpinned by elegant spice and black pepper. Medium-bodied with good freshness, structure and persistence. This Syrah was fermented with 50% whole-bunches in small vessels and underwent 13 months of maturation in second fill French oak barrels
4 ½ Stars 2025 Platter’s South African Wine Guide
Elegant & complex expression of cool-climate Elgin. 22 (93 pts) vivid black berry, white pepper, violet, dried herb notes, mouthfilling with well-judged tannins. Lingering savoury, bone-dry finish. Structured for ageing. 50% wholebunch, 22%new oak, 15 months.
92 pts Tim Atkin MW 2025
Justin van Wyk sources his Syrah from cool climate Elgin, bravely fermenting the result with 50% whole clusters. Savoury, focused and refreshing, it has some toasty oak top notes, layers of white pepper, bramble and red berries and a sinewy, well-structured finish. 2026-31