Groote Post Shiraz 2015
This vintage displays white pepper and violets, which is typical of our region. Savory liquorice, smokey spice and a saltiness fill the palate. This is an intense Shiraz with a tight tannin structure.
Analysis: Alc:14.0 RS:14.0 pH:2.5 TA:5.4
Winemaker: Lukas Wenztel
Variety: Shiraz
Origin: Darling
Awards2018 Platter's South African Wine Guide - 4 stars2017 Platter's South African Wine Guide - 4 stars2016 Platter's South African Wine Guide - 4 stars
In The VineyardVines planted: 2001,2002 Soil: Hutton Irrigation: Supplementary Trellising: 5 wire extended moveable perold Elevation: 200m This west-facing vineyard block is a warmer site and with the vines at 13 years maturity is starting to produce consistent and outstanding Shiraz. The Glen Rosa soil, a well-balanced combination of gravel and clay, also contribute to making fine Shiraz.
The HarvestYield: 7t/ha
In The CellarFermentation is split between using open top tanks for punching down the skin cap and closed stainless steel tanks for pumping the juice over the skins. The fermenting grapes underwent maceration for 2 weeks. The goal was to achieve a complex and versatile Shiraz. The wine matured for 12 months in 300L oak barrels of which 20% were American oak and 20% new oak.
Blend: 100% Shiraz
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Full
Taste: Fragrant
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Cork
Pack Type: Bottle
Pack Size: 750ml
| Wine | Wine Maker | Main Variety |
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| Groote Post Shiraz 2022 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2021 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2020 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2019 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2018 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2017 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2016 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2015 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2014 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2013 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2012 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2011 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2009 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2008 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2007 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2004 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2003 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2002 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2001 | Lukas Wentzel | Shiraz |