Strydom Legends and Myths Cinsault 2023

Kleur: mooi lichtrood
Geur: open, rood fruit (aardbei, framboos), iets kruidig
Smaak: sappig, milde tannine, kruidig, veel fruit
Houdbaar: om nu te drinken, eventueel tot 2029 te bewaren
Lekker bij: gegrilde kip of kalkoen, lamskoteletten met mediterrane kruiden, varkenshaas met rozemarijn en tijm, Ratatouille, Thaise curry’s met kokosmelk, milde en romige kazen

100% Cinsaut

Vinification
The grapes were hand-picked during the morning and kept in a coolroom at 10 degrees Celsius before crushing the next day. Before filling the tank we put 30% whole bunches and softly stomped with our feet to release juice before we filled the top with the crushed grapes. Ferment started spontaneously before inoculation with Laffort RB2 yeast. Pressing after 7 days on skins and malolactic fermentation was completed neutral barrels. Bottling in October 2023.

Rianie tasting note: Light vibrant red colour with purple pink edges. The palate is fresh with sweet tastes of strawberries, raspberries and candyfloss. The tannins are very soft and integrated and respects the fruitfullness of the wine. In spite of the softness, this wine will age beautifully.

Tim Atkin 90/100
Neutral, understated oak allows the fruit purity of Cinsault to express itself here, all pomegranate, wild strawberry and red cherry flavours, crunchy acidity, gentle, fine-boned tannins and a refreshing finish. Thirty per cent whole bunches add further texture. 2024-29