2021 Zevenwacht The Tin Mine Red

Complex nose of blackberry, cranberry and dark cherries with savoury herbs and peppery spice. The palate impresses with ample dark fruit and subtle tannins that are underpinned with elegant oak use that adds to the structure of the wine.

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Viticulture

These vineyards are all situated on South westerly and westerly facing slopes ranging in altitude from 100m - 200m above sea level. All the vines are trellised on a seven-wire hedge system and pruned to two-bud spurs, allowing for 16 - 18 bearers per running meter.

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Vinification

Each cultivar was harvested at optimal ripeness and fermented separately stainless-steel fermentation vessels. A 20% portion of Shiraz was fermented with 30% whole bunches to add spice and perfume. After fermentation, the wine was pressed and racked to 500L French oak barrels with 20% new oak. The different components were aged for 12 months before blending.

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Recommendation

Pan seared pork tenderloin with roasted root vegetables, also pairs well will venison and perfect for braaied meats.