The Bernard Series Basket Press Syrah 2018 - Bellingham

Wine of Origin South Africa, Coastal Region.

The grapes for this Shiraz are hand-picked from two blocks of high-altitude vineyards that individually produce 4 - 8 tons per hectare. The vines grow on well-drained granite soils. Harvest is done by hand in mid-season at perfect ripeness.

The selection of bunches takes place in the cellar before pressing and fermentation. Fermentation takes place before delicate soft pressing in a vertical press.
After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in French oak barrels for a period of 14 months.

James Suckling: 93/100;
Tim Atkin: 92/100;
Diners Platter's Guide: 4.5/5*;
International Wine & Spirits Competition: Silver;
Mundus Vini: Gold;
The Trophy Wine Show: Silver;
Veritas: Silver;
Decanter: 92/100.