Reyneke Reserve Red 2016

Technical Analysis

Winemaker - Nuschka de Vos
Main Variety - Shiraz
Alcohol - 14 %vol
pH - 3.83
RS - 2.6 g/l
Total Acid - 5.2 g/l
Appellation - Stellenbosch

Characteristics

Type - Red
Style - 0
Taste - 0


Tasting Notes

A wonderfully perfumed nose with hints of blackcurrant, cherries, white pepper and thyme. The palate is intense, with layers of flavor. Fynbos, spice, black cherries and pepper notes complement each other in this regard. Ultimately this wine is fresh, elegant and has loads of finesse which compliments it’s complexity and depth.

Ageing Potential

Start drinking in 2 years’ time, but cellaring will reward drinker with an ageing potential of 10 years or more.

Blend Information

100% Syrah

In The Vineyard

The grapes come from a south eastern facing block on the farm.

In The Cellar

The 2016 Reserve Red consists of 100% Syrah. The fermentation involved 35% whole clusters, crushed by foot in concrete fermentation tanks and the remaining grapes were bunch selected and destemmed over the crushed whole clusters. Spontaneous fermentation occurs with minimal punch downs and pump overs. The wine is pressed into 2nd fill French barrique for secondary fermentation. Elevage is for a total of 20 months in oak with a single rack and return after 6 months


Other Vintages

Wine Wine Maker Main Variety
Reyneke Reserve Red 2020 Nuschka de Vos Shiraz
Reyneke Reserve Red 2019 Nuschka de Vos Shiraz
Reyneke Reserve Red 2018 Nuschka de Vos Shiraz
Reyneke Reserve Red 2017 Nuschka de Vos Shiraz
Reyneke Reserve Red 2016 Nuschka de Vos Shiraz
ARA - Industry Association for Responsible Alcohol use Not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Enjoy Responsibly.