flavor notes The Bellingham Basket Press Syrah, a distinctive South African red wine, displays intense aromas of dark berries, black olive, and toasted oak on the nose. On the palate, it impresses with notes of dark Chocolate, ripe blackberries, and a spicy pepper finish. Its robust tannins and subtle wood notes from oak barrel aging give it an excellent structure. The wine pairs wonderfully with grilled meat and aged cheese, making it an ideal companion for lovers of powerful red wines.

grape variety Shiraz From the grapes of the grape variety Syrah or Shiraz, depending on the origin of the wine and the development in the Winery, two different styles emerge. These differ significantly in both aroma and taste.

The Shiraz wines have a very strong and fruit-forward taste with aromas of cherries and plums. The aromas of dark Chocolate are typical for Shiraz wines.

The Syrah wines have a rather slender and elegant character in comparison. The Syrah wines are characterized by a spicy taste. Syrah wines also often exhibit subtle wood notes and typical aromas such as cloves , cinnamon , pepper , forest floor or leather.

Both wine styles are characterized by a complex aroma as well as a spirited character.

Fits to   The Basket Press Syrah from Winery Bellingham is the perfect companion to grilled meat, game dishes, and aged cheese.  

Chenin Blanc is a widely cultivated, old white wine grape variety that has been grown in France (in Anjou – Touraine) since the 9th century. Compared to other white wine grape varieties, this variety is very productive. This leads to a very high quality of the white wine when reduced on the vine.

In South Africa, Chenin Blanc is the most widely grown white wine grape variety. The reason for this is primarily the very high diversity. For example, there are "wild-growing" vines (so-called Bush Vines) that are usually not irrigated. For this reason, the vines penetrate very deep into the ground with their roots to reach water. These Chenin Blancs therefore have a stronger depth and complexity.

The grape variety can also be aged very fresh and fruity in stainless steel tanks, developing into a very nice summer wine. Through the Aged in oak barrels, one obtains very complex and full-bodied white wines. The aromas of Chenin Blanc wines range from peach, apricot, and tropical fruits to honey and melon.