2019, 'Conebush' Syrah, Lomond Wines

A rich, savoury Syrah with appealing notes of plum, oak spice and white pepper, elegant with lovely freshness from its cool climate origins.

About the Winery: The Lomond Wine Estate was established in 1999. The estate is situated near the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas - the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans - eight kilometres from the fishing village of Gansbaai and within sight of the sea. The estate takes its name from the Ben Lomond Mountain in the Uilenkraal Valley. The vines are planted on as many as 18 different soil types, which appear naturally in small pockets along the slopes and produce intriguingly complex wines, with flavour profiles that differ significantly from one block to the next. The terroir, climate and location of Lomond combine to create superb single-vineyard wines. Award-winning cellarmaster Anné van Heerden skilfully crafts these stunning wines, some of which are named after the indigenous flora, known locally as 'Fynbos'. The vineyard is sustainably cultivated; Lomond is a member of South Africa's Integrated Production of Wine (IPW), Wine & Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA), the Walker Bay Conservancy and is a World Wildlife Champion.

Grape Variety: 100% Syrah – A rich, juicy Syrah showing beautiful balance and elegance, with appealing notes of plum, oak spice and white pepper complemented by finely integrated tannins.

Appearance: Deep ruby red with good clarity.

Aroma: Notes of plum, oak spice, and white pepper.

Palate: Juicy with beautiful balance and elegance, complemented by finely integrated tannins, leading to a long finish.

Body: Full – This wine is rich and structured, offering a substantial mouthfeel.

Acidity: Medium – Provides lovely freshness and balances the richness of the fruit and tannins.

Cellaring Potential: Medium (5-10 yrs) – While enjoyable now, the wine's structure and balance suggest it will evolve gracefully over the next 5-10 years, developing further complexity.

Perfect Pairing: Red Meat, Hard Cheese, Poultry.

Serving Temperature: 15–16°C for reds.

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