Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 3.4 g/L
pH 3.56
Total Acidity 5.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Syrah, Grenache Noir, Mourvèdre, Carignan
Syrah34%
Grenache Noir26%
Mourvèdre22%
Carignan18%
Region Breede River Valley
Soil Clay-shale, Quartz
Elevation 360.0 meters
Orientation Nw
Harvest Dates Feb - March
Sites 10 different vineyards
Vine Age planted 2010-2014
Oak Aging 13 months
Production Details A deeper dive into our terroir, this wine represents the culmination of all the signature Olifantsberg traits. It evokes a vivid picture of rocky, mineral-rich soils, the steep slopes, the wind-swept vines, fragrant fynbos and sun-caressed, succulent fruit. In every grain of sand lies the story of our earth. The composition of the blend varies as the vintage leads us. We play to the strengths but also the uniqueness of each variety. Our echalas vineyards are an important part of our story. These staked vines create a totally different micro-climate than our trellised vineyards. Lower temperatures within the micro-climate ensure better acidity and more aromatic grapes. Our vineyards grow within shale, schist and sandstone-based soils with an underlying clay layer. The fine balance and mineral-rich composition of our soils are reflected in the elegance and complexity of the fruit they deliver. Trellis system: Echalas bush vines, Raised bush vines, Perold. Total production: 910 cases.
Tasting Notes
stony, wild, sage, spicy bramble, red berry fruit, good fruit definition, intensity, bright acidity, layered tannins
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin 2024 report: 95 Points
Tim Atkin 2024 report95 Points
Producer Information
Website
Address
Valley Breede River, Apiesklip Rd, Worcester, 6849, South Africa
Phone
+27 83 977 9201
Email
Owner
Ferdi and Elizma Visser
Cellarmaster
Elizma Visser