The 2024 edition of Rall AVA Syrah—from Donovan Rall’s celebrated Swartland vineyards on ancient schist soils—is a beautifully poised and medium-bodied Syrah, exemplifying precision, finesse, and terroir expression. Harvested from site-specific vineyards and matured in mostly older barrels, it offers impeccable balance at only 12.5% ABV.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Alluring aromatics of red and black berries, rose petals, native fynbos, liquorice, cured meat, and a hint of white pepper.
Palate: Medium-bodied and vibrant, with smooth, fine-grained tannins supporting bright black and red fruit, subtle earthiness, and delicate spice—long and dry on the finish.
Serving Suggestions: Serve at 15–17 °C in a Burgundy-style red glass. Ideal with roast lamb, beef brisket, hearty stews, wild mushrooms, and mature cheeses.
Accolades:
Rated 97/100 by CE (WineMag), praised as “a beautifully judged wine with plenty of finesse”.
Robust user rating on Vivino (~4.2/5), with mentions of black fruit, spices, olive, earthy tones, leather, and floral nuances.
Technical Details:
Varietal: 100 % Syrah
Region: Swartland, Western Cape, South Africa
ABV: 12,5%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Winemaking: From vineyard on schist soils, matured in older (300 L) barrels, highlighting purity and site expression.
Why It Stands Out:
Elegant Rhône-inspired profile—rare in South Africa; fine-grain tannins and savory depth at low alcohol.
Terroir-driven from select schist vineyard, with minimalist handling and whole-bunch influence for structure and depth.
Age-worthy yet charming now; thanks to its refined structure and balanced acidity, it can be enjoyed early or cellared.
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, please feel free to contact us for a quote on Overnight Delivery, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
At checkout, you will be presented with delivery options and corresponding rates. These rates are provided directly by our courier partners and are displayed as is. On rare occasions, a courier may generate an incorrect delivery rate due to issues with the address recognition. In such cases, we will arrange for an alternative courier to deliver your order at a similar rate to the original cost.
We believe in offering transparency in our delivery fees and, as such, do not include any delivery costs in our product pricing. We do not profit from delivery fees.
Third-Party Couriers:
For the majority of our orders, we rely on third-party courier services for delivery. Regular notifications will be sent and on the day of delivery the couriers will notify you via sms, call or email . If the courier is unable to reach you, we will get in touch with you to arrange an alternative solution.
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If there is something wrong with your product, we will gladly issue a full refund of 100% of your purchase amount. To process this, please reach out to us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za as soon as possible, and we will guide you through the refund process.
Order Cancellations: If you need to cancel your order, simply email us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za, and we’ll assist you with the cancellation process. Please note, cancellations will incur a small fee of 10%, which covers the transaction fees we incur for processing each order. If your order has already been shipped, please be aware that the shipping fee is non-refundable.
Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
If you find that there is an issue with your product, you are eligible to return it to us. Here’s how you can initiate the return:
Exceptions to Returns:
Sale or Special Offer Items: Only regular-priced items are eligible for a refund. Unfortunately, items purchased on sale or as part of a special offer cannot be refunded.
