The Gypsy 2018
The Gypsy 2018
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The The Gypsy from the Winery Ken Forrester is a wild-spicy and complex Rhône blend of 65% Grenache, 35% Syrah. Highly concentrated and with deep expression, it is one of the to...
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Ken Forrester — The Gypsy 2018
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Ken Forrester Wines
The Ken Forrester Winery, founded 1993, is famous for its outstanding achievements in winemaking, particularly for its Chenin Blanc, which earned its founder Ken Forrester the nickname “King of Chenin.” Located in the renowned Stellenbosch wine region , the winery has built an excellent reputation for its high-quality wines, which reflect the region’s unique terroir.
Alongside its award-winning Chenin Blanc, the winery also delights with other grape varieties such as fruity Sauvignon Blanc and elegant Chardonnay. The portfolio is rounded out by red wines, including spicy Shiraz and characterful Merlot.
Particularly noteworthy are the highly acclaimed Rhône-style blends, which underscore the winery’s passion and commitment to exceptional quality.
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The The Gypsy from the Winery Ken Forrester is a wild-spicy and complex Rhône blend of 65% Grenache, 35% Syrah. Highly concentrated and with deep expression, it is among the top red wines from Stellenbosch.
The nose is dominated by intense aromas of wild red berries, accompanied by cinnamon, nutmeg, dark spice nuances, and subtle vanilla – an almost mystical impression. On the palate, velvety tannins and a long, spicy finish appear.
The grapes were handpicked and selected multiple times. After cool pre-fermentation, the wine matured for 12 months in old French barriques, was selected again, and spent another 12 months aging in wood – a total of about 24 months barrique aging. A statement wine with compelling density and great aging potential.


Grenache and Syrah
In this cuvée, the red fruit of Grenache blends with the dark berries and pepper notes of Syrah. Grenache often contributes ripe raspberry and cherry aromas, warmth and a rounded body, with relatively mild acidity and soft tannins. Syrah adds depth of colour, firmer tannins and usually fresher acidity. The result is a fruit-forward, spicy red winewhose richness is balanced by structure. Syrah’s tannin structure can support ageing potential; grape quality and ageing remain key.
This pairing is typical of the southern Rhône and Languedoc, as well as Australian red blends. In the glass, it is usually a deep ruby red, occasionally with violet hues. The style ranges from juicy and approachable to full-bodied and age-worthy; with age, leathery and earthy notes may develop. It pairs well with dishes such as braised meat or spiced vegetable dishes.
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