SpierCreative Block Mixed Case

About

Situated near Stellenbosch, Spier is one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms with a recorded winemaking history dating back to 1692. While rooted in this heritage, we've got a vibrant and conscious energy, and are home to one of the largest collections of contemporary South African art.

Product Features

2x Creative Block 5 2022

• Previous vintage awards: 91 Points James Suckling, Double Gold Veritas, 4.5 Star Platter. 2020: 4.5 Star Platter, 91 Points Tim Atkin, Double Gold Veritas. 2019: 4.5 Star Platter 2023.
• A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec.
• Malolactic fermentation and maturation took place in 300L French oak barrels for 18 months (60% first fill; the balance second fill). 
• Wines were individually crafted for each varietal to reach its highest potential. 
• Selective tasting determined the composition and expert blending ensured harmony between the five varietals.
• Deep, ruby red in colour.
• On the nose blackberry, cherry and blackcurrant is supported by cedar, dark chocolate and hints of fennel.
• The vibrant palate has great balance and dense tannins.
• The palate will be enhanced by aging.
• Enjoy with slow-cooked oxtail, a beef casserole, or wild mushroom risotto.
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.64%

2x Creative Block 2 2024

• Awards: Platter Wine Guide 2023, 4½ Stars, Tim Atkin Report 2023, 91 Points - 2021 vintage, Veritas 2023, Gold - 2022 vintage
• Aromas of gooseberry, lime, and white peach are most prominent, with subtle hints of fynbos
• The palate offers blackcurrant leaf, elderflower, and passion fruit, ending on a long and structured mineral finish
• Best served with Butter-roasted free-range chicken with seasoned goat cheese under the skin, or battered SASSI-friendly fish nuggets with anchovy mayonnaise.
• Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%

Creative Block 3 2021

• Awards: 4.5 Star Platter, 90 Points International Wine & Spirits Competition.
• A blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre, and Viognier.
• The varietals were fermented and matured separately to develop their unique characteristics and express the terroir accurately.
• Free-run wine was racked to barrel for malolactic fermentation and maturation in 90% French and 10% American oak 300L barrels (50% first fill, 50% second fill), for 16 months.
• Subtle perfumed notes of violets, black cherry and mulberry are followed by spicy flavours of black pepper and fennel.
• The silky, rich mid-palate is complemented with concentrated fruit and dense, silky tannins.
• Serve with smoked pork belly or a mildly spicy Indian vegetable curry.
• Alcohol by Volume: 14.53%

Product specifications

• 750ml
• Region: Western Cape

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