Reyneke Reserve Red (Syrah) 2015 new zealand which confers very singular suppleness

which confers very singular suppleness and roundness

Coutet has an exceptional terroir and a rich architectural heritage

rich limestone and clay

Luis and Carmen find the wine clarifies so well in concrete that there is no need to fine or filter the wine before bottling

Reyneke Reserve Red (Syrah) 2015 new zealand which confers very singular supplenessThe 2015 Reserve Red consists of 100% Syrah. The fermentation involved 35% whole clusters, crushed by foot in concrete fermentation tanks and the remaining grapes were bunch selected and destemmed over the crushed whole clusters. Spontaneous fermentation occurs with minimal punch downs and pump overs. The wine is pressed into 2nd fill French barrique to for secondary fermentation. Elevage is for a total of 22months in oak with a single rack and return