Leopard's Leap Family Collection Shiraz/Mourvèdre/ Viognier 750ml, Alc.13.8%
A full-bodied wine made in the Northern-Rhone style. Complex on the palate with notes of white pepper and a velvety ripe tannin structure with a lingering finish. Nose is also of spicy white pepper intertwined with dark berries, dark chocolate and fruit cake.
Variety
68% Shiraz, 22% Mourvèdre, 10% Viognier
Wine-style
Full-bodied Rhône style red blend.
Grapes
Shiraz from Botrivier, Mourvèdre and Viognier from Perdeberg in Agter-Paarl.
Ageing
Shiraz and Mourvèdre components are matured in 225-litre European oak barrels for 12 months. Viognier harvested quite ripe to ferment alongside Shiraz.
Nose
Aromatics of white pepper and cloves beautifully balanced with floral and red berry undertones.
Palate
Ripe but elegant tannin structure with lingering aftertaste. Maturation potential of 5-6 years from vintage.
Food
Perfect companion to duck, roasted pork and red meat dishes.
Analysis
| Alcohol | 13.5% vol |
| Residual Sugar | 3.3 g/l |
| Total Acidity | 5.7 g/l |
| pH | 3.59 |
- Country of Origin : South Africa
| Nett Weight | Units/Case |
|---|---|
| 750ml | 6 |