Brookdale Estate Mason Road GSM 2023

A cheeky cascade of brambles wreathed in smoke, contrasted with the gloomy mist of brine, reminiscent of the sea. The core of blackcurrant pastilles with a chew of tannins juxtaposes the juice of the acid. Absolutely running away with fruit and drinkability, this exuberance is trimmed in spice and a deftly dry finish.

Area: Paarl

Country: South Africa

Varietal: Grenache 54%, Syrah 33%, Cinsault 8%, Mourvèdre 5%

ABV14%:

Aging: 8 months in barrel before final blending

Style: Medium & fruity

Additional: Vegan, Vegetarian

Wine maker: Kiara Scott

Buy this wine because it’s another great wine from this beautiful boutique winery and from classy winemaker Kiara Scott. Varietals were harvested separately and at various stages and fermented separately in open top fermenters with natural yeast. Careful, precise bending results in a delicious red blend. Liquorice root, fennel seed and ground spice precede blackberries and bramble leaf on the rich, inviting nose. Red and black berries unroll to a juicy pomegranate finish, dusted with a hint of cacao. This is the epitome of old-world elegance meets new world bravery

It pairs great with steak tartare, venison with redcurrant gravy, roasted rack of lamb