Winery Benguela CoveBackbone Syrah
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or game (deer, venison).
Taste structure of the Backbone Syrah from the Winery Benguela Cove
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Backbone Syrah of Winery Benguela Cove in the region of Western Cape is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Food and wine pairings with Backbone Syrah
Pairings that work perfectly with Backbone Syrah
Original food and wine pairings with Backbone Syrah
The Backbone Syrah of Winery Benguela Cove matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of chili con carne, couscous merguez or cassoulet.
Details and technical informations about Winery Benguela Cove's Backbone Syrah.
Discover the grape variety: Alicante
Intensely colored reds with a deep red pulp, deep purple robe, supple tannins and an ample palate with moderate acidity, showing red and black fruit aromas and southern notes. Grown in Languedoc-Roussillon, Spain, Algeria and California, used primarily to intensify the color of southern blends and in entry-level cuvées. Black French teinturier variety obtained in 1866 by Henri Bouschet (petit bouschet × grenache).
Informations about the Winery Benguela Cove
The Winery Benguela Cove is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 34 wines for sale in the of Cape South Coast to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Cape South Coast
Beacon of South African cool-climate wines on the Western Cape's southern coast (Cape Agulhas, Elgin, Overberg, Walker Bay), fresh oceanic climate. Signature Pinot Noir: elegant and silky with red cherry, raspberry, undergrowth and floral hints, fine tannins — South Africa's benchmark. Tense Chardonnay (dominant white), herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and lively Chenin Blanc in mineral whites. Spiced Shiraz in reds.
The wine region of Western Cape
Cradle of South African wine. Signature Chenin Blanc (Steen, 20%) in ample, fresh whites with notes of quince, yellow apple, honey and acacia flower, from crisp dry to sweet. Sharp, iodised Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay, Constantia), balanced Chardonnay. Reds: emblematic Pinotage with roasted aromas (coffee, plum, smoke), firm Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy Syrah.
The word of the wine: Smooth
Said of a wine that has a mouthfeel reminiscent of the creamy texture of fats.
