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Gabrielskloof Syrah On Sandstone 2019 750ml

size
750ml
country
South Africa
region
Overberg
appellation
Walker Bay
DC
92
VM
92
WS
92
DC
92
Rated 92 by Decanter
Gentle nose of gunpowder, blackberries, graphite and peppery spices with hints of cedar and violets. Dense and fleshy, showing power and muscle. ... More details
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Gabrielskloof Syrah On Sandstone 2019 750ml

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Professional Ratings
DC
92
VM
92
WS
92
DC
92
Rated 92 by Decanter
Gentle nose of gunpowder, blackberries, graphite and peppery spices with hints of cedar and violets. Dense and fleshy, showing power and muscle.
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
The 2019 Syrah on Sandstone The Landscape Series is more backward on the nose compared to other cuvées, the scorched earth and terra-cotta scents filtering through the broody black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied, fresh and vibrant, with supple tannins, fine acidity and a liberal sprinkling of white pepper toward the finish. Very fine, but give it another year in bottle.
WS
92
Rated 92 by Wine Spectator
A fragrant skein winds through this wine, with wafts of burning sage, spicy cedar and a touch of mesquite smoke. Well-meshed and polished, with fine tannins and pleasingly plump juiciness to the flavors of mulled black cherry, plum reduction and red licorice. Drink now through 2029. 217 cases made, 10 cases imported.
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Violets and pomegranate lead to a light, peaty reduction and sweet spices like sumac and cinnamon for an intense nose. The palate is silky and opulent, with hints of dark chocolate and a waxy grip that works alongside fresh acidity to add tension and structure.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
South Africa
region
Overberg
appellation
Walker Bay
Overview
Gentle nose of gunpowder, blackberries, graphite and peppery spices with hints of cedar and violets. Dense and fleshy, showing power and muscle.
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

The Shiraz or Syrah grape varietal has seen a huge surge in popularity over the past few decades, partly due to the fact that more and more wineries around the world are beginning to plant and process this robust and flavorful grape for international audiences. This varietal has plenty going for it, and has the special ability of being able to clearly express positive features of its terroir in the bottle, alongside its characteristic flavors of dark berries, pepper and other spices. Shiraz/Syrah is also notably a highly versatile grape, and has been successfully used in several type of still red wine, as well as excellent sparkling and fortified wines. It is also regularly used as a blending grape, where it is prized for its ability to add a bold and strong, spicy punch to mellow, blended wines.
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Country: South Africa

Situated on the very tip of the African continent, South Africa has proved itself over three centuries to be an ideal location for producing a wide range of wines. Benefiting from something not dissimilar to a Mediterranean climate, with long, hot summers complemented by both Atlantic and Indian Ocean winds, the grapes which grow on the valleys, mountainsides and plains of this fascinating country can ripen to their fullest capacity, producing wines packed full of fruity flavors and an array of interesting and enticing aromas. As a former colony, South Africa has long since been home to a range of different nationalities, who each brought something of their wine culture with them. As such, many European grape varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling and others have been given time to flourish in South Africa, allowing the country to develop a diverse group of wine types which are proving increasingly popular around the world.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews
Excellent Syrah. Somewhere between an old-world Northern Rhône and an Australian Shiraz—concentrated and richly fruited but also expressive of some of the nice game and florals.

Would you buy this product again?: Yes
Would you recommend this to a friend?: Yes
01-25-2024
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green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

The Shiraz or Syrah grape varietal has seen a huge surge in popularity over the past few decades, partly due to the fact that more and more wineries around the world are beginning to plant and process this robust and flavorful grape for international audiences. This varietal has plenty going for it, and has the special ability of being able to clearly express positive features of its terroir in the bottle, alongside its characteristic flavors of dark berries, pepper and other spices. Shiraz/Syrah is also notably a highly versatile grape, and has been successfully used in several type of still red wine, as well as excellent sparkling and fortified wines. It is also regularly used as a blending grape, where it is prized for its ability to add a bold and strong, spicy punch to mellow, blended wines.
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Country: South Africa

Situated on the very tip of the African continent, South Africa has proved itself over three centuries to be an ideal location for producing a wide range of wines. Benefiting from something not dissimilar to a Mediterranean climate, with long, hot summers complemented by both Atlantic and Indian Ocean winds, the grapes which grow on the valleys, mountainsides and plains of this fascinating country can ripen to their fullest capacity, producing wines packed full of fruity flavors and an array of interesting and enticing aromas. As a former colony, South Africa has long since been home to a range of different nationalities, who each brought something of their wine culture with them. As such, many European grape varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling and others have been given time to flourish in South Africa, allowing the country to develop a diverse group of wine types which are proving increasingly popular around the world.