# David & Nadia Grenache (2019)

- **Producer:** David & Nadia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grenache
- **Region:** Western Cape, South Africa
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €33
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** strawberry, raspberry, rose, violet, lavender, rosemary, red cherry, paprika spice

## About this wine

The David & Nadia Grenache 2019 is a single-varietal red wine from the Swartland region of South Africa, produced by the family-owned winery David & Nadia. The project is driven by a passion for Swartland's terroir and old vines, with a focus on minimal intervention winemaking to allow the site and soil to express themselves. The wine is described as elegant, floral, and almost Pinot Noir-like, with a purity that reflects the terroir. David and Nadia Sadie are committed to biological and organic farming, believing that wine is about natural balance, purity, and freshness. They are members of the Swartland Independent Producers.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards include organically certified plots.
- Minimal intervention is a core philosophy.
- Winemakers are members of Swartland Independent Producers.
- Wine is often described as Pinot Noir-like.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced tannins make it versatile. Its subtle fruit notes and potential for savory undertones complement game meats and richer poultry. The acidity helps cut through the richness of fatty dishes, while the wine's structure stands up to protein.

## Wine making process

The David & Nadia Grenache 2019 is produced using hand-sorted grapes, with a focus on whole bunch pressing and spontaneous fermentation. The wine undergoes extended skin contact for approximately four weeks, with 60% whole bunches used in fermentation. Fermentation takes place in open tanks and concrete vessels. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for one year in old, neutral French oak barrels (500L) and concrete vessels (2700L). Biological farming practices are employed in the vineyards, with a commitment to organic and sustainable methods.