Grangehurst Nikela
Voted one of the Top 5 Cape Blends by the Pinotage Association 2013
John Platter 4 Stars
Grangehurst Nikela is a blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Pinotage, 23% Shiraz and 8% Merlot, all fermented separately and aged for 29 months in French oak (91% with 9% American). All Grangehurst red wines are extensively aged before release. This Nikela is a special wine, reflecting Jeremy's passion for Pinotage, using it here to produce an exceptional blend. If you tasted it blind you would be hard pressed to identify any Pinotage in there, as it is a complete wine, absolutely beautiful.
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£19.99
Grangehurst Nikela
Voted one of the Top 5 Cape Blends by the Pinotage Association 2013
John Platter 4 Stars
The word "Nikela" is an adaptation of an African word and means "to offer a gift of dedication, respect or tribute to one's ancestors" and this wine has been thus named in dedication to Eddie and Betty Walker who contributed greatly to the establishment of Grangehurst.
It's a blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Pinotage, 23% Shiraz and 8% Merlot, all fermented separately and aged for 29 months in French oak (91% with 9% American).
Another fabulous wine. The Pinotage element is prominent with flavours of fruit, spice and dark chocolate. Again Jeremy's techniques of extensive barrel ageing prior to blending give this wine a complete, rounded feel with all the elements in harmony. Delicious flavours, full in the mouth yet not heavy, velvet smooth. The oak is completely integrated as are the tannins and acidity, creating an overall drinking experience not normally found in South African wines. This wine is superb.
| Location | Heldeberg, Stellenbosch |
|---|---|
| Winery | Grangehurst |
| Winery status | Tiny family winery |
| Winemaker | Jeremy Walker |
| Annual production | Low |
| Grapes | 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Pinotage, 23% Shiraz and 8% Merlot |
| Product awards | Top 5 Cape Blends by the Pinotage Association 2013, Platter 4 Stars |
| Gold Medals |  |
| Style | Big, rich and smooth |
| ABV | 14.5 |
| Bottle Size | 75cl |
| Vintage | 2006 |
| Free sulphur | 16 |
| Percentage score | 92 |
| Sustainable farming | Yes |
| Sulphite level | Very Low |
| John's Rating |  |
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