Stella Syrah 2022
Stella Syrah 2022
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Beau Constantia — Stella Syrah 2022
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Winery Beau Constantia
The Winery Beau Constantia is located on the hills of the Constantia Nek mountain pass, overlooking False Bay. The special feature of this location is the short distance to the sea, and thus the associated cooling of the vines by the fresh sea breeze. Due to the very high vineyards, which are situated at an altitude of 350 m above sea level on the Constantia mountain range, only 3-6 tons of wine per hectare are harvested by hand.
The very steep slopes of the Winery allow the production of highly concentrated wines. This combination shapes the strong terroir character that the award-winning portfolio of the Winery Beau Constantia exhibits.
Tasting notes
The aroma of the Stella Syrah 2018 from the Winery Beau Constantia is very enticing with notes of ripe black cherries, dark fruits, and Fynbos.
On the palate, an elegant spiciness with aromas of white pepper is revealed. This unique aroma is supported by intense berry aromas.
The Stella is full-bodied and packed with ripe, structured tannins, for which the Beau Constantia region is known.
Grape Variety
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.