{"product_id":"hazendal-bottelary-hills-syrah-2025","title":"Hazendal Bottelary Hills Syrah 2025","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHazendal Bottelary Hills Syrah 2025 is a vibrant and site-driven expression of Syrah from the renowned Bottelary Hills in Stellenbosch. Crafted by cellarmaster Kiara Scott Farmer, this wine showcases the unique granite-rich soils and cooling maritime influences that define the region, producing a Syrah of remarkable freshness, elegance, and precision. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were hand-harvested over seven selective passes, with 22% whole-bunch fermentation using indigenous yeasts to enhance aromatic complexity and structure. Following fermentation, the wine matured for nine months in a combination of seasoned 500-litre French oak barrels (60%) and concrete tanks (40%), preserving purity of fruit while adding subtle texture and depth. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a beautifully balanced Syrah bursting with bright red and dark berry fruit, floral aromatics, white pepper spice, and a distinctive mineral freshness. Energetic, refined, and expressive, this inaugural Bottelary Hills Syrah has already established itself as one of South Africa's standout releases. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eYouthful aromas of mulberries, blueberries, jasmine, white pepper, and subtle herbal notes. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eJuicy pomegranate, red berries, black plum, and cracked pepper are supported by silky yet structured tannins, vibrant acidity, and a distinctive blood orange freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, fresh, and lightly spicy with lingering red fruit, fine mineral tension, and elegant tannic grip. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hazendal Wine Estate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottelary Hills Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottelary Hills, Stellenbosch, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Syrah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5% \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiara Scott Farmer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-picked in seven selective passes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22% whole-bunch fermentation with indigenous yeast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 months in seasoned 500L French oak barrels (60%) and concrete tanks (40%)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hazendal","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":45358779826199,"sku":null,"price":139.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (6)","offer_id":45358779858967,"sku":null,"price":799.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/3026\/9496\/files\/Hazendal_Bottelary_Hills_Syrah_2025_-_Mothercity_Liquor.jpg?v=1785499453","url":"https:\/\/mothercityliquor.co.za\/zu\/products\/hazendal-bottelary-hills-syrah-2025","provider":"Mothercity Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}