Description
Wildeberg is a small farm in Franschhoek. Only 10ha can be planted to vines, the rest is wild. The fruit for the Wildeberg wines comes from the Franschhoek Valley only, hand-harvested, naturally fermented and gently matured in mountain barrel hall on the farm. A blend of roughly 90% Syrah and 10% Cabernet Franc, both parcels of fruit were hand-harvested then allowed to macerate carbonically without press. These wild ferments were left to themselves with just one daily manual punchdown followed by 12 months ageing in 600 ltr French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes :
Wildeberg Red is similar to the classy Rhône styles. The nose is awash with hypnotic white pepper and crushed raspberries. It’s juicy and crunchy with masses of flavour but also contradictory restraint and elegance. A serious bottle of wine that will pair brilliantly with barbecued meats, charcuterie or enjoyed on it’s own.
