Kranskop Shiraz 2004

Deep garnet in colour with dominating sweet fruit aromas supported by spiciness. Soft ripe fruit tannins, with hints of stewed fruit and soft oak for a lingering finish.

variety : Shiraz

winery : Kranskop Private Cellar

winemaker : Nakkie Smit

wine of origin : Klaasvoogds

analysis : alc : 14 % vol rs : 3.3 g/l pH : 3.39 ta : 6.8 g/l

type : Red style : Dry body : Huge taste : Fruity

AWARDS

Silver at the Robertson Young Wine Awards

in the vineyard : Perfect terrior for Shiraz. Balance between yield and canopy size, small berries achieved by concept of no fertilizer and deficit irrigation. Green dropping 4 weeks before harvesting to get even ripening.

about the harvest: Hanpicked in the early morning. Soft handling.

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