Hartenberg Estate Shiraz 2021
Shiraz / Syrah
Description
Situated on the Bottelary Hills in Stellenbosch, Hartenberg Estate is one of the Cape’s historic wine farms, with winemaking roots dating back to 1692. Over the past few decades the estate has built a strong reputation for Shiraz, helping establish the variety as one of Stellenbosch’s defining red wines.
The vineyards lie on decomposed granite soils on the north-western slopes of the Bottelary Hills, where warm days encourage full ripening while cooling maritime influences help preserve freshness. Hartenberg places strong emphasis on regenerative farming and soil health, aiming to produce wines that express both vineyard character and varietal clarity. The Estate Shiraz is matured in French oak barrels for around 18 months, adding structure and subtle spice while allowing the fruit and site to remain central to the wine.
Colour:
Deep ruby with youthful purple edges and good concentration in the glass.
Nose:
Rich aromas of plum, mulberry and blackberry lead the bouquet, followed by notes of black pepper, cinnamon and clove. Subtle hints of smoky oak, dried herbs and dark chocolate develop with time.
Palate:
Full-bodied and structured, with ripe dark fruit balanced by savoury spice. The tannins are firm yet polished, supporting flavours of black plum, black cherry and peppery spice. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively and prevents the richness from feeling heavy.
Finish:
Long and warming, with lingering dark fruit, cracked pepper and a gentle smoky oak note.
Buy now. Pay later. 0% Interest
Choose your payment plan, and pay from as little as R 73.75 today with Payflex
No Deposit. Only R 147.50 on your next two paycheques. Interest free.
Guarantee safe & secure checkout
Hartenberg Estate Shiraz 2021
- Food Pairing : The structure and spice of Hartenberg Estate Shiraz 2021 make it well suited to robust, flavourful dishes. It pairs naturally with grilled ribeye steak or slow-cooked beef short ribs, where the wine’s tannins help cut through the richness of the meat. Roast lamb with rosemary also works particularly well, echoing the wine’s savoury herbal notes. For something more relaxed, try it alongside a pepper-crusted burger, braaied boerewors, or aged cheddar - foods that complement the wine’s dark fruit depth and peppery character without overpowering it.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 8–15 years from vintage.
- Vintage: 2021
- Manufacturer: Hartenberg
- Region: Stellenbosch
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 4 Stars
- Medals Won: Gold Medal (95 points): 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards. 93 points: Tim Atkin SA Special Report 2024. 91 points: James Suckling 2024. 4.5 Stars: Platter’s South African Wine Guide. Platinum Award: South African Wine Index (SAWI).
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Decomposed granite soils.
- Sugar Content: 2.1g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14%
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.
Please note:
These figures are subject to change.
