Radford Dale Stellenbosch Syrah 2017 timok-valley Some tasters are very positive

Some tasters are very positive and think the 96 vintage shows the elegance of 1953

fine-grained Cedar tannin

After fermentation the wine was drained to 3-5 year old french oak for 12 months maturation

Led by winemaker Tom Carson

We make the wine in old oak barrels (also real)…anything we can do give the wine some savoury spice…some mongrel

Radford Dale Stellenbosch Syrah 2017 timok-valley Some tasters are very positiveGrapes from the Helderberg in Stellenbosch. 30% whole bunch fermentation. The nose shows red and black berries, rose and white pepper while the palate displays a lovely succulence of fruit, fresh acidity and fine, powdery tannins. The finish meanwhile is deeply but still pleasantly savoury. Balanced and nicely nuanced, this is an accomplished offering.