Porseleinberg Vintage 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Porseleinberg
Label Name:
 
Vintage
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
South Africa
Region:
 
Swartland
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Syrah
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 97; Vinous (Neal Martin) 96; Wine Advocate 95; Robert Parker 95; Wine Spectator 94; Wine Enthusiast 92; Tim Atkin MW reported 100; Platter's SA Wine Guide 5 stars

Tasting Note
Blackberry and raspberry with black olive, bay leaf, white pepper and clove. Floral garrigue and mineral notes; medium‑full body, fine dusty tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, spicy finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled lamb chops, roast beef, charcuterie, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu/roast pork, spicy Sichuan beef, teriyaki duck, miso aubergine.

Production Method
100% whole‑bunch Syrah; submerged‑cap (first vintage using this) in concrete vats, minimal pump‑overs; aged ~12 months in ~90% foudre and ~10% concrete egg.

Vineyard Info
Single‑site estate on the Porseleinberg in the Swartland. Founded under Marc Kent and made by Callie Louw; replanted to Syrah/Grenache and celebrated as a cult South African Syrah.