Born of the sea, Guided by the stars, Blessed by the earth

Raka Biography Shiraz 2003

Technical Analysis

Winemaker - Tanya Rousseau
Main Variety - Shiraz
Alcohol - 14.3 %vol
pH - 3.8
RS - 2.4 g/l
Total Acid - 5.9 g/l
Appellation - Coastal

Characteristics

Type - Red
Style - Dry
Body - Full


Accolades

Veritas 2006: Gold
Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2004: Silver
Fairbairn Capital Trophy Wine Show 2005: Bronze
Swiss Air International Wine Awards 2003: Bronze


Tasting Notes

Veritas 2006 - Gold
Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards 2006 – Bronze
This Shiraz presents a heady nose of peppercorns, pimento and ripe fruit with just a hint of coconut. The palate fulfils this promise. A well structured wine, with approachable tannins and balanced wood integration.

Blend Information

100% Shiraz

About The Harvest

The grapes were hand picked into lug boxes.

In The Cellar

Pre cooled to 5ºC. Cold soaked for 3 days. 14 months in French (70%) and American (30%) Oak.


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ARA - Industry Association for Responsible Alcohol use Not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Enjoy Responsibly.