Bradgate

2010

Description

Over a century has passed since Alfred Jordan settled in the Winelands of theWestern Capeand named his family home Bradgate. Today, Bradgate Wines are produced by the Jordan Family from classic varieties grown in the Stellenbosch region. The Bradgate range combines the soft, accessible fruit of theNew Worldwith the elegance of Classic wine styles, ensuring well-structured wines with a complex concentration of fruit and flavour.

Variety

100% Syrah

Vineyards

West-facing vineyards

Harvest Date

The grapes were harvested between 5th and 23rd of March 2010 from West-facing vineyards between 22.4 – 26°B.

Winemaking

The wine was matured for 9 - 16 months in new and used French oak barriques (225L)

Tasting Notes

A complex flavour spectrum of violets, sweet ripe plums and wild scrub with nuances of crushed pepper and bay leaf. Maturation in oak adds a spicy smokiness to the savoury fruitcake finish.

Analysis

Alc: 14.5%         TA: 5.5g/l         pH: 3.68         RS: 2.1g/l