Boekenhoutskloof Syrah

White pepper, violets, a hint of leather — the Boekenhoutskloof Syrah shows from the very first moment that South Africa has long been setting its own standards for Syrah.

Boekenhoutskloof is located in the Franschhoek Valley, one of the oldest wine-growing regions in South Africa. Since the 1990s, the winery has been considered one of the defining addresses at the Cape — known for precise vinification and wines that combine European structure with South African fruit intensity. The Syrah is the flagship of this philosophy.

White pepper dominates the nose — the classic characteristic of cool, granite-rich sites. Added to this are floral notes, a mineral undertone, and subtle cloves. On the palate, black berries and dark cherry follow, embedded in a firm but ripe tannin structure. The finish is long, spicy, with a hint of leather.

• Temperature: 16–18 °C
• Food: Lamb shank with rosemary, beef brisket, or aged hard cheese