Description
The Story
de herder = the shepherd, the one who patiently walks the hills and valleys in search of the best grazing for his flock.
Inspired by this sacred and ancient practice, we searched the rugged mountain folds of Stellenbosch for select parcels of vineyard to bring you, our flock, an expressive Rhône blend made on Kleinood Farm.
The Wine
“Our focus here is not on the single-vineyard terroir, but on the art of blending – combining the power of Syrah, the savoury structure of Mourvèdre, and the aromatic lift of Cinsaut.”
Tasting Notes: Kleinood de herder Rhône Blend 2024
An enchanting medium ruby hue.
The nose offers vibrant, forward fruit—fresh cherry, ripe plum, hints of thyme, and tobacco.
On the palate, there is a sweet entry with round velvety tannins and a youthful freshness —the result of the gentle pressing and balanced acidity.
The juicy body and good oak integration contribute to a spicey and fruitful finish.
It is built for youthful enjoyment, with a cellaring potential of 5 years.
GRAPES
Shiraz 67%
Mourvèdre 29%
Cinsaut 4%
ORIGIN
Stellenbosch
HARVEST DATE
March 2024
WINEMAKING RECORD
Grapes were hand-harvested.
Once they arrived at the Kleinood winery, they were sorted by hand, de-stemmed and then gently pressed.
Fermentation occurred in stainless steel tanks at 25-28°C for 14 days.
Matured in French oak barrels for 12 months.
WINE ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 13.42% volume
Total Acid: 5.3 g/l
pH: 3.52
Residual Sugar: 2.9 g/l
CELLARING POTENTIAL
5 years
FOOD PAIRING
Decant for 30 minutes prior to serving.
Pair with lamb cooked over coals.
