Tokara Zondernaam Shiraz 2004

A clear deep ruby hue with a red rim. The nose shows intense dark red fruits, cassis and cherries with an underlying hint of Karoo bush and earthy notes. This carries through onto the palate with with intense berry flavours coupled with hints of sage and a black pepper spice aftertaste. This wine will develop within the next three years with optimal drinking in five years.

Enjoy with a roast or grilled meats.

variety : Shiraz [ 100% Shiraz ]
winemaker : Miles Mossop
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 13.5 % vol  rs : 2.23 g/l  pH : 3.43  ta : 6.02 g/l  
type : Red  taste : Mineral   wooded
pack : Bottle  closure : Cork  

AWARDS
  • Veritas 2008 - Bronze
  • 2008 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Silver Medal
  • SILVER Medal - Veritas 2006
  • 88 points - Spectator Magazine
  • ageing : The wood is down-played leaving a freshness in the mouth - which will develop further in the next three to five years.

    in the vineyard : The grapes originated from Tokara (16%) and balance (84%) sourced from neighbouring farms in the Banghoek Valley, Stellenbosch and Paarl.

    about the harvest: The grapes were picked at optimal ripeness from 14 February till 28 March.

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