Simonsig The SMV (Shiraz / Mourvèdre / Viognier) 2013

Name: Simonsig The SMV (Shiraz / Mourvèdre / Viognier) 2013
Brand: Simonsig
SKU: 36521

Vibrant colour mix of maroon and prune. This Rhone partnership collaborates into a maze of blackcurrant and black berries. The subtle wood influence moulds the luscious fruit layers with a cinnamon twist.

Italian dishes, South African potjiekos, wild mushroom risotto and definitely a meat lover’s pizza.

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variety : Shiraz [ 76% Shiraz, 23% Mourvèdre, 1% Viognier ]

winery : Simonsig Family Vineyards

winemaker : Johan Malan

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 13.85 % vol rs : 5.79 g/l pH : 3.76 ta : 4.7 g/l

type : Red style : Off Dry body : Soft taste : Fruity wooded

pack : Bottle size : 750ml closure : Screwcap

AWARDS

2012
2013 Veritas Wine Awards - Silver
2013 International Wine and Spirit Competition - Silver
2009
2013 Best Value Awards: 3 stars
2012 John Platter Wine Guide: 3 stars
2011 Wine of the Month Panel Tasting: Non Bordeaux Blend: 1st out of 20 tasted
2008
2011 Platter's Guide: 3½ stars
2010 Veritas: Double Gold Medal
2011 Wine of the Month Club Winner

ageing : Enjoy this wine three to five years after vintage date.

Background
The Shiraz Mourvèdre Viognier blend was first introduced into the Simonsig range in 2009.

Style of Wine
Blended, soft fruity red.

in the vineyard : The winter of 2012 was wet and cold. The cooler conditions extended into the early part of summer, but December was the hottest in 47 years of recorded history in Stellenbosch. The dry conditions of the summer changed on 9 and 10 February when we had a downpour of 44 mm. On Friday 8 March 2013 there were more showers but the conditions dried out rather quickly due to high temperatures and a howling south-easter. Our initial fears of some dilution in the late season reds soon disappeared when the reds completed fermentation. Beautiful dark colours, soft and mature tannins with delicious ripe concentrated fruit flavours were obtained.

in the cellar : Grape Variety: Shiraz 89%, Mourvèdre 10%, Viognier 1%

Style of Wine: Blended, soft fruity red

Background: The Shiraz Mourvèdre Viognier blend was first introduced into the Simonsig range in 2009.

Wood Maturation: Older wood supported by wood alternatives.

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