Damascene Stellenbosch Syrah 2023
Standard - 75cl
ETA: 5-7 weeks
- Vintage2023
- ColourRed
- ProducerDamascene
- CountrySouth Africa
- RegionCoastal Region
- Sub RegionStellenbosch
- DesignationWO
- Bottle SizeStandard - 75cl
- ABV13.5
- LWIN24362292023
- Avg. Critic Score4.7★★★★★★★★★★
Wine Critic Reviews
This amazing Syrah used to have a 10% component from the Bottelary Hills, but is now a pure expression of the Karibib farm in the Polkadraai Hills, already the source of some of the Cape's best reds. Matured in large foudres to give the site maximum expression, it has aromas of lavender, rosemary and incense, effortless concentration, blackberry, liquorice and tapenade flavours and remarkable energy, vibrancy and focus. 2027-35
- Drinking Window: 2027 - 2035
- Reviewer Name: Tim Atkin MW
The 2023 Syrah Stellenbosch comes from the Karibib Vineyard. It was vinified with 75% whole clusters, with light pump-overs conducted twice a year without breaking the berries. This has a sophisticated, garrigue-scented bouquet that is very seductive, complex and beautifully defined, just like the previous vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, allowing that garrigue note to blossom with aeration. Very poised and persistent through the finish, this is one of the best Syrahs you will find from Stellenbosch.
- Drinking Window: 2026 - 2042
- Reviewer Name: Neal Martin