Weekend Wine 19 January 2019
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"The Soldaat vineyard is located on decomposed granite soils at 805 metres, but this is no light, ethereal rendition of the grape. Grippy and sappy, with 85% whole bunches, no wood, but plenty of tannin and dark fruit. Needs Time." - Tim Atkin, South African Special Report 2018
SOLD OUT – New release July 2019
Region: Olifantsrivier
The 2017 vintage in the Olifantsrivier region was also a challenge, but the advantage is the altitude at which this vineyard grows which brings a bit of a reduction of moisture stress. This vintage is an exhibition of bright red fruit like almost under-ripe cherries and strawberry flavours with even aspects of plums picked early. The tannins are softer and more integrated at this early stage in comparison to those of other years and the wine is extremely approachable – all indications are that it will vaporize out of cellars from the word go.
Mullineaux Grenache
Though not a well-known variety for many consumers, the global interest in Grenache is gaining momentum. Much of this interest has been driven by the increase in producers
crafting top quality Grenache wines from countries such as France, Spain, Australia and the
United States.
SOLD OUT – New release July 2019
Region: Olifantsrivier
The 2017 vintage in the Olifantsrivier region was also a challenge, but the advantage is the altitude at which this vineyard grows which brings a bit of a reduction of moisture stress. This vintage is an exhibition of bright red fruit like almost under-ripe cherries and strawberry flavours with even aspects of plums picked early. The tannins are softer and more integrated at this early stage in comparison to those of other years and the wine is extremely approachable – all indications are that it will vaporize out of cellars from the word go.
Mullineaux Grenache
Though not a well-known variety for many consumers, the global interest in Grenache is gaining momentum. Much of this interest has been driven by the increase in producers
crafting top quality Grenache wines from countries such as France, Spain, Australia and the
United States.
