Off The Record Syrah 2022
Shiraz / Syrah
Description
Off the Record is a small batch project crafted by the Wallace family, focused on expressing unique vineyard sites with minimal intervention. The Syrah 2022 comes from a tiny parcel planted high on the Ceres Plateau, where cool seasonal temperatures and Bokkeveld shale soils help build vibrant acidity and expressive fruit. Whole-bunch fermentation and careful ageing in older French oak barrels support purity and finesse rather than overt oak influence, reflecting a winemaking philosophy that honours varietal character and terroir with restraint and clarity.
Colour: Deep, vibrant ruby-red in the glass with youthful intensity.
Nose: Spicy aromatics take centre stage - think white pepper and dried herbs - alongside juicy red and black berries and soft violet florals with a hint of garrigue-like earthiness.
Palate: The palate opens with succulent dark fruit flavours supported by a savoury thread of white pepper and a touch of saline tension. Fine, subtle tannins and lively acidity provide balance and freshness, keeping the wine approachable yet structured.
Finish: Clean and lingering, with red and black fruit lingering alongside gentle spice and savoury nuances.
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Off The Record Syrah 2022
- Food Pairing : Off the Record Syrah 2022 pairs beautifully with grilled lamb chops with cracked black pepper and rosemary, where the wine’s peppery spice and juicy fruit enhance the savoury richness. It also complements a roast beef with sautéed mushrooms and thyme, balancing earthy flavours with bright acidity, or charred pork loin with herb-garlic jus, where the wine’s spice and freshness cut through richer layers. A cheese platter featuring aged Gouda or Pecorino also makes a great accompaniment - the combination of fruit and savour echoes across the palate, making every bite and sip sing together.
- Drink before: Drink now through the late 2020s. Benefits from patience if you’d like added complexity with age.
- Vintage: 2022
- Manufacturer: Paul Wallace
- Region: Ceres Plateau, Western Cape
- Medals Won: Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report 2024: 93 points. Platter’s Wine Guide 2025: 4.5 Stars. 90 points & Silver Medal: International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Bokkeveld shale soils.
- Sugar Content: 1.5g/L
- Alcohol Content: 13.5%
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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