Name: Nico van der Merwe Syrah 2019
SKU: 4011720
Price: 29.00 CHF
Availability: InStock
Author: Savinis

Food pairing

Barbecues, Beef, Lamb, Meat, Venison

Recommended drinking temperature

16 – 18 °C

Awards

4.5 stars (93P.) John Platter’s
95P. Decanter Gold

This full-bodied, concentrated and elegant Syrah shows intense floral aromas of violets and white pepper, which are surrounded by soft, silky tannins. Well-integrated wood gives this young, complex Syrah a firm structure to mature in style over many years.

Recommended Drinking Window	2022 – 2032
Bottle Size (cl)	75
Decanting	No
Vintage	2019
Region	Stellenbosch
Closure	Natural cork
Maturation	Aged for 18 months in French barriques
Packaging	box of 6
Grape variety	Syrah
Producer	Nico van der Merwe
Alcohol Content	14.5 % vol. Alc.

Stellenbosch

The region around the town of Stellenbosch is probably one of the best-known places in South Africa where wine is grown. It is located in the South African province of Western Cape, which borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean.

Over 120 wine estates are located in Stellenbosch. They all benefit from the optimal climatic conditions required for top-quality winegrowing. The climate is Mediterranean, sunny and relatively dry in summer, but with sufficient rainfall in winter. The ocean within sight provides refreshing breezes and sufficient humidity, which are decisive factors for slow and harmonious fruit development, especially in midsummer. In the Bottelary area, which is considered the best red wine area in the region, fertile, stony granite soils ensure the top quality of the wines produced there. The foothills of the Simonsberg are also among the best red wine regions in the country. The summer days are long, there are cool breezes from the sea and the soil is excellent – red granite with a high clay content that retains water well. Some vines are planted on slate, which holds a lot of water in winter but dries out quickly in summer and therefore needs to be irrigated.

Stellenbosch is home to some of the most famous wine estates in South Africa. Traditional producers such as Aaldering, Asara, Babylon’s Peak, Bein, Graceland, Delheim, Kaapzicht, Kanonkop, Kleinood, Knorhoek, Meerlust, Morgenster, Quoin Rock, Van Ryn and Villiera are at home here.

Wines from Stellenbosch at Savinis

At Savinis, you will find the accumulated knowledge and expertise of years of experience. Every South African wine has its own story – be it in relation to the winery, its owner, the winemaker, the vineyard, the production or the geographical and geological conditions.

Do you have questions about a specific wine from Stellenbosch – or can’t find it in our online store? Ask us, we will be happy to help!

Nico van der Merwe

Nicolas van der Merwe has been making his own wines for around 25 years. He realized his dream in 1999 with the first vintage of Mas Nicolas. He comes from a family of wheat farmers and turned to viticulture during his time at the agricultural college in Elsenburg. After graduating, he went to Germany, where he attended the country’s oldest viticultural school, the LVWO Weinsberg.

In South Africa, Nico van der Merwe is a winemaking legend – his quality wines perfectly reflect the character and terroir of the Cape. He produces great red wines – excellent accompaniments for hearty main courses. The winemaker uses a combination of traditional and modern methods in the production process. The van der Merwe family has owned a small estate “Mooi Uitsig” since 2005. The vineyard offers a breathtaking view from Cape Hangklip to the Tygerberg Hills.

Wines from Nico van der Merwe at Savinis

At Savinis, you will find the accumulated knowledge and expertise of years of experience. Every South African wine has its own story – be it in relation to the winery, its owner, the winemaker, the vineyard, the production or the geographical and geological conditions.

Do you have questions about a specific Aaldering wine – or can’t find it in our online store? Ask us, we will be happy to help you!