Syrah on Shale, Gabrielskloof 2020 sku_1867087 The palate shows a core

The palate shows a core of sweet

splash in some soda

The fruity parts of the bouquet are joined by notes of barrel aging like even more fruity-balsamic nuances

with a soft oak flavor on the finish

Thrilling mocha

Syrah on Shale, Gabrielskloof 2020 sku_1867087 The palate shows a core100% Syrah From a single Bokkeveld shale site on the Gabrilskloof property, which has a high clay component SE facing vineyard, in which the wind has a significant influence on the terroir The fruit was hand picked into small crates and transferred directly into a cold room to remain overnight 50% destemmed Fermented with wild yeasts in small, open top fermenters with extended post fermentation maceration Aged in 500L barrels for 18 months, 10% new