Zevenwacht6x The Tin Mine Red 2021

About

Zevenwacht is a modern wine farm with a 300-year history. Owned and managed by the Johnson Family, the Estate has a strong commitment to historic and cultural preservation, as well as conservation of the surrounding indigenous environment. Two prime farming locations provide the grapes for the Zevenwacht winery. The home vineyard on the Estate's panoramic 450 hectares of maritime-influenced property, supplies the majority of the grapes. The farm Zevenrivieren, situated at the crest of the Helshoogte Pass, provides winemaker, Hagen Viljoen, with a boutique selection of grapes that add to the fascinating variety of the wines.

Product Features

• A red blend of Shiraz, Mouvedre, and Grenache.
• Each cultivar was harvested at optimal ripeness and fermented separately stainless-steel fermentation vessels. 
• A 20% portion of Shiraz was fermented with 30% whole bunches to add spice and perfume. 
• After fermentation, the wine was pressed and racked to 500L French oak barrels with 20% new oak.
• The different components were aged for 12 months before blending.
• Medium-bodied.
• Complex nose of blackberry, cranberry and dark cherries with savoury herbs and peppery spice. 
• The palate impresses with ample dark fruit and subtle tannins that are underpinned with elegant oak use that adds to the structure of the wine.
• Enjoy with pan seared pork tenderloin with roasted root vegetables, also pairs well with venison and perfect for braaied meats.

Product Specifications

• Region: Stellenbosch
• Varietals: 60% Shiraz, 35% Mouvedre, 5% Grenache.
• Alcohol by Volume: 13.7%

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