Winery Groot EilandShiraz
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 Shiraz from the Winery Groot Eiland
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Shiraz of Winery Groot Eiland in the region of Western Cape is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Shiraz of Winery Groot Eiland in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of earth.
Food and wine pairings with Shiraz
Pairings that work perfectly with Shiraz
Original food and wine pairings with Shiraz
The Shiraz of Winery Groot Eiland matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of brazilian feijoada, leg of lamb bravado in the oven or potjevlesch (northern france).
Details and technical informations about Winery Groot Eiland's Shiraz.
Discover the grape variety: Gouais
Lively, neutral dry whites with a pale golden robe and a taut, acidic palate, with understated aromas of citrus and white flowers. Simple profile. Genetically the parent (with Pinot Noir) of many great varieties: Chardonnay, Aligoté, Gamay, Melon de Bourgogne, Riesling, etc. Today almost extinct, preserved for its exceptional genetic value in European variety collections. Historic white variety of Central Europe, ubiquitous in the Middle Ages.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Shiraz from Winery Groot Eiland are 2011, 0
Informations about the Winery Groot Eiland
The Winery Groot Eiland is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 9 wines for sale in the of Western Cape to come and discover on site or to buy online.
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: Carbonic maceration
Fermentation of whole grapes in a carbon dioxide-saturated atmosphere. This type of fermentation produces very aromatic and flattering wines.
