Holden Manz Syrah Reserve 2018
Shiraz / Syrah
Description
Holden Manz Wine Estate lies in the southern corner of the Franschhoek Valley, where vineyards sit between the Franschhoek River and the surrounding mountains. The estate’s vineyards are planted on well-drained, stony soils that naturally limit yields, encouraging smaller berries with concentrated flavour.
Winemaker Thierry Haberer focuses on careful fruit selection and traditional techniques to highlight Syrah’s structure and aromatic complexity. Hand-selected grapes undergo extended cold maceration before fermentation, with a portion of the fruit fermented as whole bunches using wild yeast in French oak barrels. The wine is then matured for around 24 months in French oak, mostly older barrels, allowing the spice and savoury character of Franschhoek Syrah to develop without excessive oak influence.
Colour:
Deep purple-crimson with a bright ruby edge, indicating both concentration and freshness.
Nose:
Fragrant aromas of dried violets, plum and black cherry lead the bouquet. Layers of wild strawberry, cracked black pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg add aromatic complexity.
Palate:
The palate is full-bodied yet refined, showing dark fruit flavours of plum and blackberry supported by savoury spice and subtle earthy notes. Rounded, silky tannins provide structure while balanced acidity keeps the wine focused and energetic.
Finish:
Long and persistent, finishing with lingering dark fruit, peppery spice and gentle oak warmth.
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Holden Manz Syrah Reserve 2018
- Food Pairing : The depth and spice of Holden Manz Syrah Reserve 2018 make it particularly suited to rich, savoury dishes. It pairs beautifully with grilled lamb chops or a rosemary-crusted rack of lamb, where the wine’s peppery character complements the meat’s natural richness. Slow-braised beef short ribs or oxtail stew also work well, as the wine’s firm tannins and concentrated fruit stand up to the dish’s intensity. For a vegetarian option, roasted aubergine with smoked paprika or a mushroom and thyme risotto highlights the Syrah’s earthy and savoury elements while keeping the pairing balanced.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 10–15 years.
- Vintage: 2018
- Manufacturer: Holden Manz
- Region: Franschhoek, Western Cape
- Medals Won: Double Gold: Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards.
- Sugar Content: 2.5g/L
- Alcohol Content: 15%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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