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Senectus Reserve Syrah 2017

Senectus Reserve Syrah 2017

Senectus Reserve Syrah 2017

Origin: Wellington

IN STOCK
Old Vine Syrah 100%

Bottling Date: 15 September 2019

Release Date: October 2020

Total Production: 2,088 bottles

2017 Growing Season
Following a very dry season during 2016, the grape harvest in general was higher in the Cape Winelands. Interestingly the summer was hot, but since we experienced cooler nights throughout the growing season, it greatly assisted the grapes during the ingoing drought. Even though our water supply was adequate, we managed the water usage very carefully to assist the ripening process of the grapes. The dry conditions were favourable in the sense that there were no diseases present in the vineyards. The grape berries were also a bit smaller than usual which also provided amazing flavour concentration and a beautiful colour to our wines. Harvest time was a bit cooler than previous years, which then created the ideal conditions for a truly exceptional vintage.
Vineyards
SINGLE BLOCK – SYRAH SIZE 1,1 HA

PLANTED 1980

SOIL Decomposed Granite with traces of Table Mountain Sandstone

Vinification and Ageing
STYLE OF WINE
Barrel Matured Red Wine

WOOD MATURATION
New French Oak | 1st and 2nd fill French Oak

ANALYSIS:
Alcohol 14,5 % vol, Residual Sugar 2.5 gm/l, Total Acidity 5.40 gm/l, pH 3.54 The clusters were hand-picked into 18-kg crates and then selected and sorted by hand before destem, and finally softly crushed. All grapes come exclusively from our own single vineyard block situated on our farm at 250m altitude above sea level. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 26-30°C for 10 days, followed by 10-15 days of maceration on the skins. The malolactic fermentation took place mainly in French oak barrels, 20% new and 80% first and second fill barrels. The wine then remained in barrels, in temperature-controlled cellars for 30 months. After bottling, the wine aged a further 12 months prior to release

Tasting Notes
A 100% Syrah, harvested and hand-selected from vines planted in 1980. This full-bodied wine is barrel-matured for 36 months and shows great intensity on the palate with notes of spice and dark red fruits. The elegant tannins and lingering finish gives the wine great ageing potential.
Accolades
Release Date: October 2020
Senectus Reserve Syrah 2016

Senectus Reserve Syrah 2016

Senectus Reserve Syrah 2016

Origin: Wellington

IN STOCK
Old Vine Syrah 100%

Bottling Date: 9 July 2019

Release Date: April 2020

Total Production: 834 bottles

2016 Growing Season
The ongoing drought in the Western Cape was evident with the very low rainfall we experienced in the winter of 2015. The summer started to pick up the pace in November, which then saw the temperatures sore into the 40’s during December and January. This incredibly hot and dry summer season was challenging for many grape farmers. We have the good fortune that our water supply was very adequate and with excellent vineyard management our vineyards performed very well. The harvest was earlier than usual, yet yielded higher than 2015. The quality of the grapes was very good. Interestingly the 2016 vintage is remembered for its delicate and elegant flavours compared to the bolder flavours from 2015. Both our single vineyard Syrah block, as well as the Merlot block was harvested by hand. The grapes were then sorted by hand on the sorting table, ensuring only the best grapes are used for our wines. 2016 was also the year we harvested for our reserve range, which would mature for 3 years in the best quality barrels.
Vineyards
SINGLE BLOCK – SYRAH SIZE 1,1 HA

PLANTED 1980

SOIL Decomposed Granite with traces of Table Mountain Sandstone

Vinification and Ageing
STYLE OF WINE
Barrel Matured Red Wine

WOOD MATURATION
New French Oak | 1st and 2nd fill French Oak

ANALYSIS:
Alcohol 14,5 % vol, Residual Sugar 2.9 gm/l, Total Acidity 6.10 gm/l, pH 3.59 The clusters were hand-picked into 18-kg crates and then selected and sorted by hand before destem, and finally softly crushed. All grapes come exclusively from our own single vineyard block situated on our farm at 250m altitude above sea level. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 26-30°C for 10 days, followed by 10-15 days of maceration on the skins. The malolactic fermentation took place mainly in French oak barrels, 20% new and 80% first and second fill barrels. The wine then remained in barrels, in temperature-controlled cellars for 36 months. After bottling, the wine aged a further 10 months prior to release.

Tasting Notes
A 100% Syrah, harvested and hand-selected from vines planted in 1980. This full-bodied wine is barrel-matured for 36 months and shows great intensity on the palate with notes of spice and dark red fruits. The elegant tannins and lingering finish gives the wine great ageing potential.
Accolades
4,5 **** (93 Points) Platter’s Wine Guide
Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2017

Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2017

Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2017

Origin: Wellington

IN STOCK
Merlot 100%

Bottling Date: 15 September 2019

Release Date: October 2020

Total Production: 2,097 bottles

2017 Growing Season
Following a very dry season during 2016, the grape harvest in general was higher in the Cape Winelands. Interestingly the summer was hot, but since we experienced cooler nights throughout the growing season, it greatly assisted the grapes during the ingoing drought. Even though our water supply was adequate, we managed the water usage very carefully to assist the ripening process of the grapes. The dry conditions were favourable in the sense that there were no diseases present in the vineyards. The grape berries were also a bit smaller than usual which also provided amazing flavour concentration and a beautiful colour to our wines. Harvest time was a bit cooler than previous years, which then created the ideal conditions for a truly exceptional vintage.
Vineyards
SINGLE BLOCK SIZE 1,14 HA

PLANTED 1996

SOIL Decomposed Granite with traces of Table Mountain Sandstone

Vinification and Ageing
STYLE OF WINE
Barrel Matured Red Wine

WOOD MATURATION
New French Oak | 1st and 2nd fill French Oak

ANALYSIS:
Alcohol 14,5 % vol, Residual Sugar 2.5 gm/l, Total Acidity 5.70 gm/l, pH 3.55 The clusters were hand-picked into 18-kg crates and then selected and sorted by hand before destem, and finally softly crushed. All grapes come exclusively from our own single vineyard block situated on our farm at 200m altitude above sea level. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 26-30°C for 10 days, followed by 10-15 days of maceration on the skins. The malolactic fermentation took place mainly in French oak barrels, 20% new and 80% first and second fill barrels. The wine then remained in barrels, in temperature-controlled cellars for 30 months. After bottling, the wine aged a further 12 months prior to release.

Tasting Notes
A powerful yet elegant Merlot with fresh red fruits and a soft finish, barrel-matured for 36 months. The hand-selected grapes are grown on ancient riverbeds giving it its rich mineral character. A long lingering finish with fine acidity allows immediate enjoyment of the wine and with excellent aging potential.
Accolades
Release Date: October 2020
Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2016

Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2016

Fluvius Reserve Merlot 2016

Origin: Wellington

IN STOCK
Merlot 100%

Bottling Date: 9 June 2019

Release Date: April 2020

Total Production: 997 bottles

2016 Growing Season
The ongoing drought in the Western Cape was evident with the very low rainfall we experienced in the winter of 2015. The summer started to pick up the pace in November, which then saw the temperatures sore into the 40’s during December and January. This incredibly hot and dry summer season was challenging for many grape farmers. We have the good fortune that our water supply was very adequate and with excellent vineyard management our vineyards performed very well. The harvest was earlier than usual, yet yielded higher than 2015. The quality of the grapes was very good. Interestingly the 2016 vintage is remembered for its delicate and elegant flavours compared to the bolder flavours from 2015. Both our single vineyard Syrah block, as well as the Merlot block was harvested by hand. The grapes were then sorted by hand on the sorting table, ensuring only the best grapes are used for our wines. 2016 was also the year we harvested for our reserve range, which would mature for 3 years in the best quality barrels.
Vineyards
SINGLE BLOCK SIZE 1,14 HA

PLANTED 1996

SOIL Decomposed Granite with traces of Table Mountain Sandstone

Vinification and Ageing
STYLE OF WINE
Barrel Matured Red Wine

WOOD MATURATION
New French Oak | 1st and 2nd fill French Oak

ANALYSIS:
Alcohol 14,5 % vol, Residual Sugar 2.4 gm/l, Total Acidity 5.70 gm/l, pH 3.58 The clusters were hand-picked into 18-kg crates and then selected and sorted by hand before destem, and finally softly crushed. All grapes come exclusively from our own single vineyard block situated on our farm at 200m altitude above sea level. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 26-30°C for 10 days, followed by 10-15 days of maceration on the skins. The malolactic fermentation took place mainly in French oak barrels, 20% new and 80% first and second fill barrels. The wine then remained in barrels, in temperature-controlled cellars for 36 months. After bottling, the wine aged a further 10 months prior to release.

Tasting Notes
A powerful yet elegant Merlot with fresh red fruits and a soft finish, barrel-matured for 36 months. The hand-selected grapes are grown on ancient riverbeds giving it its rich mineral character. A long lingering finish with fine acidity allows immediate enjoyment of the wine and with excellent aging potential.
Accolades
4,5 **** (91 Points) Platter’s Wine Guide
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