Winery Radford DaleShiraz
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 Radford Dale
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Shiraz of Winery Radford Dale 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 Radford Dale in the region of Western Cape often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Shiraz
Pairings that work perfectly with Shiraz
Original food and wine pairings with Shiraz
The Shiraz of Winery Radford Dale matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of simple baked roast beef, marinated shoulder of lamb or rabbit with homemade mustard.
Details and technical informations about Winery Radford Dale's Shiraz.
Discover the grape variety: Norton
Structured, colourful reds with a deep purple hue, firm tannins and a dense palate with fresh acidity; signature aromas of dark fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), plum, spices, chocolate and American earthy notes. Good rustic ageing potential. The grape of Missouri, defining regional identity, widely grown across the USA (Virginia, Arkansas). American black hybrid derived from Vitis aestivalis, discovered around 1820 by Dr Daniel Norton in Virginia.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Shiraz from Winery Radford Dale are 2005, 2006, 2013, 2014 and 2009.
Informations about the Winery Radford Dale
The Winery Radford Dale is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 36 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: Village
Term used in certain regions to identify a particular sector within a larger appellation (Beaujolais, Côtes-du-Rhône).
