The Swartland Rouge, a blend of Syrah 57%, Grenache 27%, Cinsault 9% and Tinta Barroca 7%. It is made with fruit sourced from across the Swartland. As testament to their quality, 60% of the grapes are whole bunch fermented and the maceration lasts four weeks. This gives a wine with an alluring perfume, lovely depth and vibrancy on the palate, and a zesty freshness on the finish. It is superb value.
"Almost too good," mused Chris Mullineux when he poured this wine and I know what he
means. Combining Syrah, 30% Grenache, 17% Tinta Barocca and 10% Cinsault, it massively
over-delivers at its price point, with perfumed 30% whole bunches, bramble, red cherry and
white pepper flavours and some granitic grip and freshness. Almost impossible to beat at the price." 93pts Red Wine Value of The Year Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report 2024
