Stellenbosch Reserve Kruithuis Syrah 2021

The 2021 vintage followed a cool, wet winter, where regular cold fronts replenished water reserves to pre-drought levels. Moderate temperatures throughout the growing and ripening seasons meant that grapes ripened slowly, retaining acidity while phenolics developed fully. The wines of the 2021 vintage show good promise, with high natural acidity and a good concentration of fruit flavours, indicating quality wines with good ageing potential. A focussed, medium- to full-bodied Syrah with a tightly knit combination of red and black fruit – blackberry, black cherry, plum and redcurrant. Bold tannins balance the zippy acidity and intense fruit flavours, with details of milk chocolate, toast and cured meat spices adding complexity. Long, savoury finish.