2021 Porseleinberg Syrah

Name: 2021 Porseleinberg Syrah
Brand: Boekenhoutskloof
SKU: PO0321WA
Price: 70.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£70.00

One of South Africa's Finest Syrahs

Named after the majestic Porselein mountains in Swartland, where the winery is nestled, the vineyards are artistically tended by renowned oenologist Callie Louw to produce a truly remarkable wine. In 2009, Porseleinberg was acquired by Boekenhoutskloof, who skillfully incorporates a small portion of the grapes into their own exquisite wines.

"Given its consistently outstanding quality, it’s easy to forget that the average age of Porseleinberg's 14 hectares of vineyards is only seven years' old. Showing what Callie Louw calls a "little more crunch" in 2021, this is a Syrah with time on its side. Wild herb aromas of sage, oregano and rosemary introduce you to a palate that's dense yet refined, with lots of whole bunch spice and structure, negligible oak influence, detailed, layered tannins, some underlying grip and layers of dark berry fruit. One of the world's great reds from a very special site. 2025-32" - 99 Points: Tim Atkin

Origin: Swartland, South Africa

Blend: Syrah

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Size: 75cl

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Boekenhoutskloof

Porseleinberg stands as South Africa’s cult Syrah, a single-site marvel on the Swartland’s porcelain-like slopes where kaolin-rich soils whisper of ancient seas. Since Boekenhoutskloof acquired the farm in 2009, winemaker Callie Louw has stewarded 14?hectares of head-trained Syrah, farming organically and coaxing lithe elegance from granitic bedrock with just a whisper of topsoil. The estate’s signature white-on-white labels - each printed by Callie on a century-old letterpress - hint at the meticulous care within.

Callie’s off-beat approach marries whole-bunch fermentation in old foudres and concrete eggs with a submerged?cap technique inspired by Domaine Jamet. The result? Wines that walk the line between Rhône power and Burgundian grace, delivering approachable youthfulness alongside decades of ageing potential. Porseleinberg isn’t merely the Swartland’s standard-bearer, it’s a site-driven statement in every glass.