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Wednesday, October 3, 2012

De Trafford CWG Stellenbosch Syrah 2009 86 Points

Dark plums, blackberry, American oak evident, showy almost Jack Daniels character,cedar wood and graphite, extracted and quite rich in texture, not much fruit, firm tannins, very high alcohol of 15.67% abv, evident, rich showy style, could do with more freshness and precision.
The wine spent 3 years in a single 225 litre new French oak.
Winemaker: David Trafford

30 cases on offer