Savory nose with floral hints of dried violets and wild strawberries, combined with cinnamon and nutmeg. Ripe and bold dark fruit with spicy notes, reminiscent of a Cornas or Hermitage style, with black pepper, rounded tannins, and a long, powerful finish.
Hand-selected bunches of our most concentrated, ripe Syrah were cold macerated over an extended period before barrel fermentation. Thirty percent was whole-bunch fermented using wild yeast in 500L French oak barrels. Maturation continued for 24 months in the same barrels, with 70% in second- and third-fill French oak barrels (225L). Decant before serving. Offers good aging potential.
Winemaker: Thierry Haberer
Winemaker: Thierry Haberer
Named after owners Gerard Holden and Migo Mans, this Franschhoek property was originally developed into a wine farm in 1999. Located in the southernmost corner of the Franschhoek Valley, embraced by its spectacular mountains, the 22-hectare Holden Manz Wine Estate is nestled between the Franschhoek River and Stony Brook at 300 meters above sea level. Today, it is a lifestyle destination, featuring a five-star guest house and spa, a restaurant, picnics by the Franschhoek River, and an art collection housed in the town.
An exclusive grower of red grapes, the estate cultivates only its top 16 hectares under vineyards, focusing on Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Merlot, resulting in the production of ultra-premium wines crafted for the discerning wine connoisseur.
An exclusive grower of red grapes, the estate cultivates only its top 16 hectares under vineyards, focusing on Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Merlot, resulting in the production of ultra-premium wines crafted for the discerning wine connoisseur.
