Neethlingshof EstateShiraz
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 Neethlingshof Estate
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Shiraz of Neethlingshof Estate 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 Neethlingshof Estate in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of oak, spices or red fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Shiraz
Pairings that work perfectly with Shiraz
Original food and wine pairings with Shiraz
The Shiraz of Neethlingshof Estate matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of pot-au-feu, chicken with merguez and tomatoes or duck breast in the oven.
Details and technical informations about Neethlingshof Estate's Shiraz.
Discover the grape variety: Albillo mayor
Structured, fat dry whites with a pale golden robe, an ample palate and preserved acidity of refined yellow fruits (pear, peach, apricot), candied citrus, white flowers, fennel and calcareous mineral notes. Fine lees-ageing potential. Emerging star of Ribera del Duero DO whites (officially approved in 2019) on the Castilian high plateaus. Native Spanish grape of the upper Douro valley, descendant of hebén, in full qualitative revival.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Shiraz from Neethlingshof Estate are 2017, 2008, 2007, 2015 and 2014.
Informations about the Neethlingshof Estate
The Neethlingshof Estate is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 35 wines for sale in the of Stellenbosch to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Stellenbosch
Showcase of the South African vineyard: signature Cabernet Sauvignon as king red — structured and age-worthy with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco and a menthol touch, firm tannins. Emblematic national Pinotage (created 1925) opulent and smoky (blackberry, coffee, leather). Fleshy Shiraz, supple Merlot as complement. Vibrant Chenin Blanc, ample Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon in whites.
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: Brilliant
Said of a very limpid robe whose reflections shine strongly in the light.
