Grown on a steep, south-facing slope of the Polkadraai Hills at an elevation of 290 m, this Syrahnamed Graftembodies conscientious winemaking and terroir-driven expression. Crafted from 100% whole-bunch fermented grapes with natural yeast, it gently underg
Grown on a steep, south-facing slope of the Polkadraai Hills at an elevation of 290 m, this Syrahnamed Graftembodies conscientious winemaking and terroir-driven expression. Crafted from 100% whole-bunch fermented grapes with natural yeast, it gently undergoes one daily punch-down. Post-fermentation, 15% of the wine sees malolactic fermentation in barrels, while the remainder matures in Italian concrete before a meticulous 11-month aging period. Fresh, multidimensional aromas of red and black berries, orange blossom, rose, fynbos, and white pepper give way to a pure, energetic palate with powdery tannins and a long, resonant finishbalanced, elegant, and beautifully poised. Scoring an impressive 97/100 by Christian Eedes, this 2024 vintage captures the essence of Polkadraais terroir with clarity and finesse.
Technical Details
Variety: 100% SyrahOrigin: Polkadraai Hills, Stellenbosch (Karibib Farm)Soil: Granite-rich soilsFermentation: 100% whole-bunch, natural yeast; one punch-down dailyPost-Fermentation: 15% malolactic in barrels; 85% in Italian concreteAging: 11 months before blend and bottlingTasting Notes: Red & black berries, orange blossom, rose, fynbos, white pepper; pure and energetic with powdery tannins and long finishStyle: Elegant, poised, expressivecaptures Polkadraai terroir beautifullyAlcohol: 13,5%Bottle Size: 750mlLatest Accolades: Tim Atkin MW 97/100 (2025)
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