Alto - Shiraz - 750ml Alto, situated on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain in the Stellenbosch district, dates back to 1693 when it was part of a much larger farm called Groenrivier (Green River), granted to a free burgher by governor Simon Van Der Steel. In 1919 the owner of the farm, Hennie Malan, sold off half the land to his brother-in-law and set about planting vines on his remaining portion, focusing exclusively on red varieties. He named the farm alto, a reference to it's altitude (some slopes rise as high as 500m above sea level) and his striving for excellence. alto has 93 hectors under vines. The trellised vineyards cling to the high granite slopes, ideal for the cultivation of red wine varieties Features: - Colour: Ruby red - Bouquet: Blackcurrant and prunes with smoky, spicy undertones laced with berry and fruit - Taste: Full-bodied with delicate spice, prune and plum flavours, a creamy mouthfeel and a good tannic backbone - Food Pairing: Excellent enjoyed with Mediterranean dishes such as spicy lamb and meat casseroles, roasts, oxtail, and even the traditional South African barbeque Specifications: - Weight: 1.2kg - Size: 750ml - Material: Glass - Alcohol by Volume:

- Country of Origin: South Africa - Warranty: Non-Returnable What's in the box x 1 750ml Alto - Shiraz