The 2021 Syrah Swartland comes from mainly schist soils. The bouquet is more powerful and floral than that of Stellenbosch, with crushed iris flowers and peonies complementing the aromas of black plum and white pepper. The medium-bodied palate has more grip than the Stellenbosch. It almost resembles a Cornas, with notes of black olive during a salty finish. This is a Syrah with grit without compromising its elegance. 2025-2045" (Vinous 2023)
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Eye
Ruby red color, brilliant disc
Nose
Fruity and spicy aromas, notes of wild berries, cherry, and raspberry, pure and floral bouquet, hints of pepper and plum skin.
Mouth
Elegant and mineral attack, structured, beautiful acidity, powdery tannins, lingering finish on black cherry
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Production
Produced in 4,900 bottles and 50 magnums
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with matured Limousin beef rib, duck breast with honey, Provençal-style mussels...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2023 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
About wine:
Expressing a refined floral essence, the 2021 Swartland Syrah offers a layered nose with savory spices and dark red fruit tones. More savory than the Stellenbosch Syrah, the Swartland Syrah presents a delicious mineral tension and a medium-bodied expression that offers fine-grained tannins on the indulgent finish. I think it will improve with time; be patient. 2025-2040
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About wine:
The 2021 Syrah Swartland comes from mainly schist soils. The bouquet is more powerful and floral than that of Stellenbosch, with crushed iris flowers and peonies complementing the aromas of black plum and white pepper. The medium-bodied palate has more grip than the Stellenbosch. It almost resembles a Cornas, with notes of black olive during a salty finish. This is a Syrah with grit without compromising its elegance. 2025-2045
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100
About wine:
It has aromas of pepper, raspberry, blackberry, clove, and toasted herbs. Deliciously peppery and flavorful, it is medium-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins. Elegant, concentrated, and tight. Long-lasting. Best from 2024.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Note and opinion by Mr. ROB P. Published on 04/24/2025
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