# Estate Glass Collection Syrah (2022)

- **Producer:** Glenelly Estate
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah
- **Region:** Western Cape, South Africa
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.4%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, white pepper, blackberry, leafiness, black cherry, black pepper, red cherry, raspberry, cloves

## About this wine

Glenelly Estate Glass Collection Syrah 2022 is a 100% Syrah from Stellenbosch, South Africa. The estate, founded in 1682, was acquired by May de Lencquesaing in 2003, who brought her esteemed Bordeaux winemaking experience to the Cape. Situated on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg mountain, the estate leverages its unique terroir. The 2022 vintage experienced a cooler growing season with significant winter rainfall, contributing to balanced vine growth and concentrated flavors, despite a delayed start to the season. This vintage yielded modest quantities but is recognized for its quality and freshness.

## Interesting facts

- Estate founded in 1682, purchased by Bordeaux legend May de Lencquesaing in 2003.
- Located on the Simonsberg mountain, a prime Stellenbosch terroir.
- May de Lencquesaing also owned Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande.
- Features a significant collection of antique and contemporary glass art.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and balanced tannins complement the protein and fat in red meats, while its subtle spice notes can echo or contrast with herbs and seasonings. The fruit profile can cut through richness, and the overall structure supports heartier dishes.

## Wine making process

The Glenelly Estate Glass Collection Syrah 2022 is produced using a combination of fermentation techniques, including whole cluster, destemmed, and submerged cap methods, with the specific percentages varying by vintage and vineyard block. Fermentation is initiated naturally, with limited pump-overs to manage extraction. The wine spends one to three weeks on the skins post-fermentation. It is then aged for 12 months in 500-liter French oak barrels, predominantly of 5th and 6th use, to allow for integration and development.