'Allo Almenkerk

Blast from the past - a forget town draft gets published:

Having visited Almenkerk on a previous occasion involving copious amounts of what I shall politely call "not my favourite" varietal, I felt it only fair to sample the full range at the farm upon my next visit.

WHITE:

• Sauvignon Blanc (2013):  Inert press, reductive style, 9 weeks on gross lees. Cumin & Thai green curry, spicy, fresh masala, fresh naartjie, blood orange.
• Chardonnay (2013): 10 months on lees, 20% new French barrique. Honeyed rye French toast, a spot of freshly squeezed orange juice. (*)

RED:

• Lace Vineyard Selection (2012): Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, 23 month in French oak. Slow cooked lamb, dark chocolate mousse, tart & smokey, fresh strawberries & cherries, stalky tannin, mouth-watering.
• Syrah (2011): Sharp, smoked cherries, cherry smoked leather, tart, soft white pepper, chalky tannins.