‘Sourced from Syrah vineyards planted in 2003 on Rosie Gunn’s Brocha farm just down the road from the main Iona winery, this 2.5-hectare site planted on fertile Tukulu soils with a rich vein of gravel, clay and sand, make for a wine with power and depth but also elegance, freshness and pure varietal character. True to form, the aromatics on this fabulous 2021 red are vibrant and pure, with pristine notes of black raspberries, black currants and bramble berries that gently melt into more spicy, peppery, red berry hints showing strawberry compote, melted tar, and salty red liquorice. The 2021 vintage was an exceptional year and the fresh, energetic palate on this wine personifies the tension, pristine purity, and intensity a winemaker simply dreams about achieving in a truly great Cape vintage. Drink on release to enjoy this wine’s youthful Syrah electricity, or cellar for 10 to 15 years.’ – Greg Sherwood, 96/100
‘Bustling with mineral and white pepper energy embellished with sumptuous blackberries and perfumed herbs and tempered by a delicious line of acidity. Very Northern Rhône.’ – Decanter World Wine Awards, 95/100 (Gold)
‘Bustling with mineral and white pepper energy embellished with sumptuous blackberries and perfumed herbs and tempered by a delicious line of acidity. Very Northern Rhône.’ – Decanter World Wine Awards, 95/100 (Gold)
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Werner Muller |
| Alcohol | 13.6% |
| Body | Medium-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Syrah |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Shiraz / Syrah |
| Rating | GS 96 |
| Technical analysis | RS: 2.2 g/L | TA: 5.6 g/L | PH: 3.4 |
| Producer information | In 1997, Andrew Gunn purchased the beautiful Geelbeksvlei farm located 420 meters above sea-level, overlooking the Elgin Valley. This apple and pear farm was no longer proving to be profitable, and so with the advantageous location of the farm, Andrew decided to plant vines and pursue winemaking. Its high altitude and close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean results in a cool mesoclimate which has a moderating influence and results in consistent quality. |
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COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
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CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
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