Goat - Roti

The 2009 Goat-Roti is a blend of Shiraz and Viognier sourced from sites in the Paarl, Stellenbosch and the Swartland. The Shiraz is mostly from trellised vineyards in Paarl, with fruit from the cooler Stellenbosch area. The Viognier is from unirrigated bushvines in the Swartland region.
The Paarl and Swartland fruit was co-fermented with Viognier, as both varieties were ripe at the same time. The Stellenbosch portion could not be co-fermented, as the grapes ripened two weeks later, and was incorporated into the blend at a later stage. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks, and Rhône yeasts were used. Pump-overs were done three times a day ensuring good colour and flavour extraction. Once pressed, the wine was transferred to 225l French and American oak barrels and matured for 15 months, with 10% new wood being used.

Dark fruit, sweet oak spice and notes of leather meet on a complex nose. Mulberry and plum continue to the palate, followed by clove and black pepper length. Ripe flavours are well-balanced with fruit acidity and firm structure.

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