Reyneke Cornerstone Red 2024

Technical Analysis

Winemaker - Barbara Melck
Main Variety - Shiraz
Alcohol - 14.11 %vol
pH - 3.67
RS - 1.6 g/l
Total Acid - 5.2 g/l
Appellation - Polkadraai Hills

Characteristics

Type - Red
Style - Dry
Body - Medium
Taste - Fruity


Tasting Notes

The 2024 Cornerstone Red shows expressive aromas of blackcurrant, mulberries and black cherry, complemented by notes of coriander, nutmeg, liquorice and wild sage. e palate is structured yet refined, with layers of dark cherry fruit, savoury spice and graphite. Chalky tannins frame the wine, leading to a balanced, focused and persistent finish.

Blend Information

51% Syrah, 49% Cabernet Sauvignon

In The Cellar

Biodynamic grapes were hand harvested and cooled overnight before processing. e Syrah was fermented under submerged cap, with 30% whole bunches, and aged for 14 months in older 225L and 300L oak barrels. e Cabernet Sauvignon was fully destemmed and fermented in concrete tanks before ageing for 16 months in first-fill oak. Aer maturation, the wines were blended and rested for a further four months in tank prior to bottling.


Other Vintages

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Reyneke Cornerstone Red 2024 Barbara Melck Shiraz
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