The climate in South Africa provides diverse conditions for cultivating Shiraz/Syrah wines, resulting in a wide array of styles. Coastal regions offer a cooler climate, producing South African red wines with peppery and spicy notes, while warmer inland areas yield richer, fruit-forward profiles. This variation allows winemakers to experiment and produce Shiraz/Syrah wines that span from elegant and nuanced to robust and full-bodied, catering to different palates and preferences.
The climate in South Africa provides diverse conditions for cultivating Shiraz/Syrah wines, resulting in a wide array of styles. Coastal regions offer a cooler climate, producing South African red wines with peppery and spicy notes, while warmer inland areas yield richer, fruit-forward profiles. This variation allows winemakers to experiment and produce Shiraz/Syrah wines that span from elegant and nuanced to robust and full-bodied, catering to different palates and preferences.
See all wines
Learn more with our Blog
Think Champagne is the Best? It's Time to Debunk That Myth
This article explores the world of sparkling wines beyond Champagne, highlighting the exceptional quality and diversity offered by alternatives like...
Honouring International Women’s Day with Vanessa Tan
Celebrate Vanessa’s incredible accomplishments as she breaks barriers in the wine industry, inspiring others this International Women’s Day with her...
Know Your Grapes: The Muscadel
It’s been a while since we last wrote about a specific grape varietal, but we’re bringing that focus back. This...
Think Champagne is the Best? It's Time to Debunk That Myth
This article explores the world of sparkling wines beyond Champagne, highlighting the exceptional quality and diversity offered by alternatives like South Africa’s Cap Classique and innovative Californian sparkling wines. It invites readers to expand their horizons, celebrating the unique charm and flavour profiles of global bubbly options, leaving room to discover a potential new favourite.
Honouring International Women’s Day with Vanessa Tan
Celebrate Vanessa’s incredible accomplishments as she breaks barriers in the wine industry, inspiring others this International Women’s Day with her sommelier success.
Know Your Grapes: The Muscadel
It’s been a while since we last wrote about a specific grape varietal, but we’re bringing that focus back. This...