The nose is characterized by freshness and spice, vanilla pod, dark chocolate, and hay aromas. Silky and smooth on entry, the wine has a flinty minerality with subtle tannins and huge length and persistence. The flavor profile is dominated by tangy, ripe, concentrated red berries together with brambles and cassis classic flavors expected in a top-quality claret.
This wine was produced with meticulous care. Grapes were hand-sorted. Whole berry fermentation and basket pressing ensured gentle extraction of fruit. A rigorous selection process identified on the best 5 from 35 barrels. The wine was matured in 80% new oak for 18 months.
Winemaker: Morne Vrey
Winemaker: Morne Vrey
Nestled between majestic mountains and overlooking the vineyards of Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Estate has achieved what owner and globally renowned visionary Laurence Graff had in mind when he acquired this magnificent Cape Winelands property in 2003 and vowed to transform it into South Africa’s most desirable art, hospitality and wine destination.
