Nastergal, Thistle & Weed
Description
A blend of 36% Tempranillo, 24% Alicante Bouschet, 18% Touriga Nacional, 8% Pontac, 7% Souzao, 7% Touriga Franca The components of this wine are vinified seperately. All are fermented naturally in open top fermentors, with some whole bunch fermentation. After gentle pressing the wine matured in 2nd and 3rd fill French oak for 11 months prior to blending and bottling.
Inky black with aromas of blackberry and blueberries with intense cinnamon and savoury spices, and black pepper on the nose. The palate is more-ish, brimming with berry flavours and robust tannins.
£27.95
Quantity Available: 5
Product Code: S14284
Country
South Africa
Vintage
2020
Alcohol Vol
14%
Bottle Size
75cl
Closure
natural cork
Grape Varieties
Tempranillo, Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Pontac, Sousão, Touriga Franca
Producer Details
Thistle and Weed is a collaboration between the Terblanche and Wiid families established in 2015, led by Etienne Terblanche (Viticulturist) and Stephanie Wiid (Winemaker).
Inspired by the encroaching weeds found amongst the vines grown in the Cape, Etienne and Steph draw parallels between thistles and weeds and the uncompromising tenacity and survival skills of grapevines.
Together, they set out to discover the best of the Cape’s hidden gems, intent on crafting honest wines that are made with a deep connection to nature and offer the most simple expression of the terroir from which they come.
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