Guardian Peak Wines

Guardian Peak Shiraz 2008:

Grape Variety :	Shiraz 100%
Vintage :	2008
Origin :	Western Cape
Winemakers :	Philip van Staden

Chemical Analysis:	Alcohol :	14.5 vol%
	Acidity :	5.3 g/l
	PH :	3.58
	Res Sugar :	5.3 g/l

Climate :
Terroir-driven wines selected from vineyards ranging from Mediterranean climates in Stellenbosch (rainfall 600mm per annum) to more arid coastal regions (rainfall 200mm per annum). Drip irrigation used in drier areas to optimally control vineyard produce.

Soil :
A diverse composition of soil and topography add complexity and an array of different characteristics to the wine.

Vinification / Maturation :
This wine is blended with young wine to enhance the fresh fruit flavours very evident in this wine. Aged for 9 months in 225L American and French oak barrels.

This wine :

Appearance : Bright ruby red.

Bouquet : Juicy and plumy with a hint of smoky pepper.

Palate : A lively Shiraz, with lush and vibrant red berries. There is also broad mocha feel to the wine backed up by plums and blackberries with an elegant velvety finish.

Impression :
"A beautiful and well integrated Shiraz best enjoyed now and for the next three years."

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