THISTLE & WEED Nastergal Red 2020

We’ve sourced our Tempranillo from shale soil found along the Berg River in Wellington. The Alicante Bouschet grapes and small parcels of Touriga Nacional, Souzão and Touriga Francesa are from the foothills of Stellenbosch mountain. Deep red, well-drained soils of shale and sandstone buffer these vines from extreme conditions.

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 is matured in French oak (6% new) for 12 months prior to blending and bottling.

Inky black with aromas of vibrant plum and blueberries coexisting with intense spices, and black pepper on the nose. The palate is more-ish, brimming with berry flavours and robust tannins.

56% Tempranillo

11% Alicante Bouschet

11% Tinta Francesa

10% Touriga Nacional

6% Souzao

6% Cabernet Sauvignon