LaborieJean Taillefert Shiraz 2012 (R133.16 per bottle, 6 bottles)
R799
About
In 1691, the Farm Laborie was granted to French Huguenot, Isaac Taillefert. Already the owner of the neighbouring Picardie, Taillefert placed Laborie in his son Jean’s name. Together, they set about clearing the bush and planting vines, and within seven years, were producing a drinkable wine. In fact, it was the opinion of a Frenchman, Leguat, who visited the Cape in 1698, that their wine was “the best in the colony and similar to our small wines of Champagne”.
With their knowledge of French viticultural techniques, the Taillefert family laid a solid foundation of vineyards and outstanding wine production that is evident, over three hundred years later, in Laborie’s wines of distinction.
Tasting Notes
This intense, deep purple coloured wine shows dark cherries, cloves and white pepper on the nose. The fruit concentration on the palate is complemented by plums and hints of vanilla. This well balanced and structured wine displays grippy tannins and therefore the true characteristics of a full-bodied Shiraz.
A regional classic that comes in the most incredible packaging, it's spent enough time in the bottle to drink right away but it can easily hold for another 3 years. Don't miss out.
Food Pairing
Grilled meat or vegetable dishes, richly flavoured meats or wild game are ideal culinary partners to this wine although it is just as fine when savoured by itself.
Analysis
- 100% Shiraz
- Alc 14.21 % vol
- Rs : 2.92 g/l
- pH : 3.61
- Ta : 5.95 g/l
- 6 x 750ml
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