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Glass Collection Syrah, Glenelly

Glenelly
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Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.0
Residual sugar
2.5
pH
3.54
Acidity
5.7
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Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

The Glass Collection Syrah has a wonderful bright and rich colour with deep purple undertones. The aromatics of the wine are an intriguing mixture of both floral tones with spicy fruit. The palate expresses white pepper spice, spicy plum and dark berry all supported by a fine velvety texture.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Dirk van Zyl
Closure
Screw top
Region
Simonsberg, Stellenbosch
Vegan
Yes

Vintage conditions

An exceptionally warm and dry spring resulted in good and even bud burst. The temperatures during the flowering and berry set period were average, with significantly less fluctuations than in the previous years. Good rainfall measured at around 100 mm towards the end of October was crucial to replenish the dry soil profiles and led to stress -free flowering and berry set.  The moderate elements during the growing season as well as the seasonal rainfall at the start of the 2020 harvest, laid the foundation for a good harvest. Effective canopies promoted ripening in the early varietals, showing good acidity and sugar levels and thus harvested earlier than usual. Sustained, moderate temperatures occurred until the end of March and resulted in effective plant functioning and full maturity in late varietals, leading to great concentrations, structure, and desired alcohol levels. The early cultivars were therefore harvested much earlier.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks to slowly start fermenting naturally, with two to three pump overs a day taking place. Post fermentation, they were given three weeks extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.

AWARDS

Tim Atkin MW: 91 pts;
James Suckling: 91 pts;
Decanter World Wine Awards: Silver;
International Wine Challenge: Silver

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.5
Residual sugar
1.9
pH
3.57
Acidity
5.3
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Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

The Glass Collection Syrah has a wonderful bright and rich colour with deep purple undertones. The aromatics of the wine are an intriguing mixture of both floral tones with spicy fruit. The palate expresses white pepper spice, spicy plum and dark berry all supported by a fine velvety texture.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Luke O'Cuinneagain
Closure
Screw top
Region
Simonsberg, Stellenbosch
Vegan
Yes

Vintage conditions

Post-harvest, due to limited water, leaf fall occurred earlier than usual. Winter only cooled off later with higher than usual temperatures and only 80% of expected winter rain fell. A warm spring simulated early cultivars to have even and fast bud burst, shoot growth varied due to temperature fluctuations which lead to faster suckering and above average rainfall during flowering and berry set lead to unevenness between berries and bunches. Night-time temperatures were cooler during ripening, leading to good colour and flavour. Harvest started later but sped up mid-season and slowed later due to rain showers. 13 February brought a large hail fall, but fortunately damage was limited. A challenging and small harvest but the wines will prevail.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks to slowly start fermenting naturally, with two to three pump overs a day taking place. Post fermentation, they were given three weeks extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.5
Residual sugar
1.5
pH
3.65
Acidity
5.0
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Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

Alluring aromas of floral notes and plum with hints of spicy fruit. The palate expresses white pepper spice, spicy plum and dark berries with a long, fresh finish.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Luke O'Cuinneagain
Closure
Screw top
Region
Stellenbosch
Vegan
Yes

Vintage conditions

Winter was late, but cold enough to break dormancy. Very low rainfall led to extremely low soil moisture levels which meant that irrigation was key to relieving stress in the vineyard. A good spring led to good and even bud burst thanks to warm weather for the season with little to no rain. Although there were more bunches, the berries were smaller. The harvest was earlier than normal and larger than the previous year.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks, which were then allowed to slowly start fermenting naturally with two to three pump overs a day. Post fermentation, they were given three weeks’ extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.0
Residual sugar
1.7
pH
3.66
Acidity
5.2
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Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

The Glass Collection Syrah draws its inspiration from the northern Rhône. Juicy and fresh, with tasty plum and raspberry coulis notes racing through, lined with subtle black tea and graphite notes. Shows a pretty flash of spice through the finish with hints of jasmine.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Luke O'Cuinneagain
Closure
Screw top
Region
Stellenbosch
Vegan
Yes

Vintage conditions

Winter was late, but cold enough to break dormancy. The low rainfall led to low soil moisture levels which in turn created stress later in the season. An ideal spring led to good even bud burst, with warm weather from end-October to end-January. This resulted in restricted growth, smaller berries and lower bunch mass. Harvest was a week earlier than normal and smaller than in previous years.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks, which were then allowed to slowly start fermenting naturally with two to three pump overs a day. Post fermentation, they were given three weeks’ extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.0
Residual sugar
2.1
pH
3.70
Acidity
5.2
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Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

The Glass Collection Syrah has a wonderful bright and rich colour with deep purple undertones. The aromatics are an alluring mix of floral tones with spicy fruit. The palate expresses white pepper spice, spicy plum and dark berry.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Yes
Winemaker
Luke O'Cuinneagain
Closure
Screw top
Region
Stellenbosch
Vegan
Yes

Vintage conditions

2015 was a great year although ‘fast’, characterised by low pH levels and good acidity. Thanks to sufficient cold units, full dormancy was achieved with bud break occurring two weeks early. Warmer days and cooler nights in December caused harvest to be two weeks earlier than normal.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks, which were allowed to slowly start fermenting naturally with two to three pump overs a day. Post fermentation, they were given three weeks’ extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.

Technical Analysis
Alcohol
14.0
Residual sugar
2.1
pH
3.70
Acidity
5.2
Download Specification Sheet Download Full Size Images
Glenelly's Glass Collection range of wines is inspired by estate owner May de Lencquesaing's private collection of antique glasses.
Tasting note

The Glass Collection Syrah has a wonderful bright and rich colour with deep purple undertones. The aromatics are intense with jasmine, cinnamon and bacon coming through. The palate is well balanced and textured with soft round tannins and a pure fruit core shining through which has flavours of white pepper spice, spicy plum and dark berry.

Origin
South Africa
Variety
Shiraz (Syrah)
Malolactic Fermentation
Yes
Bottle Size
75cl
Vegetarian
Blank
Winemaker
Luke O'Cuinneagain
Closure
Screw top
Region
Stellenbosch
Vegan
Blank

Vintage conditions

Rain in November and January meant that less irrigation was required, but disease pressure was higher and stricter controls needed. The high soil moisture content resulted in vigorous growth and canopy management was crucial. Fortunately ideal dry and moderate conditions reigned during ripening in late January and February and there was good flowering and berry set. Harvest was one week later than normal due to a late cold winter and cool spring. Wine quality is exceptional.

Vinification details

The bunches were sorted and placed whole into the tanks, where the wine was allowed to slowly start fermenting naturally with two to three pump overs a day. Post fermentation they were given three weeks’ extended skin contact before being taken down to used French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine stayed in the barrels for twelve months.