2020 Piekenierskloof Grenache, Marras

Western Cape, South Africa

The grapes for the Piekenierskloof Grenache are handpicked, destemmed and crushed first thing the next morning to retain freshness. The fruit enjoys a cold soak for three days to aid extraction and is then partially fermented in old oak barrels for 10 months. Ripe cherry and wild strawberry on the nose and palate. This wine is bright and round and beautifully knitted with a fine minerality to the finish.

Whats in the bottle
100% Grenache

Regular price £15.75
Taxes included.

The small and mighty label `Marras` is led by talented young winemaker, Martin Lamprecht. As a one-time student at Cederberg under David Nieuwoudt`s wing, and having previously also worked in the Rhône, Martin brings fresh ideas to his current home in the Swartland, a melting pot for hot new talent and South Africa`s leading region for liberal winemaking and experimentation.

In his own modest words, “All I really do is take the grapes by their hands and guide them to where they want to be.” Using grapes from the vast plain and the elevated terroir of Piekenierskloof, he makes some bright new examples of Chenin, Grenache, and a Shiraz Cinsault blend.

Producer
Marras

Country
South Africa

Grape
Grenache

Size
750ml

Region
Western Cape

Types
Red Wine

Vintage
2020

Sub-Region
Swartland

Appellation
Piekenierskloof

2020 Piekenierskloof Grenache, Marras

£15.75

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