Unveil the raw power and ethereal beauty of the Sons of Sugarland Syrah 2025, a premier cool-climate red from the Polkadraai Hills. Master winemaker Reenen Borman sources this fruit from the iconic Karibib vineyard. The 2025 vintage highlights the exceptional density and “honest” expression of Stellenbosch granite soils. This sought-after Syrah remains a benchmark for purity and structural elegance in South African wine.
The wine displays a haunting aromatics of cracked black pepper, violets, and black olive tapenade. On the palate, you will discover layers of wild raspberry and plum framed by a saline, stony minerality. Its 100% whole-bunch fermentation lends a savory, herbal edge and a grippy tannin profile. Sons of Sugarland Syrah 2025 balances immense concentration with a weightless, soaring finish.
- 96 Points – Winemag.co.za (Christian Eedes)
- 95 Points – Tim Atkin, MW (South Africa Report)
- 94+ Points – Greg Sherwood, MW
The grapes grow on 28-year-old vines rooted in decomposed granitic sand. Reenen Borman harvests the entire parcel in a single morning to ensure perfect uniformity. The team uses 100% whole bunches for a natural fermentation in concrete tanks. This wine matures on the gross lees for 11 months without any oak contact. The winemaker bottles the liquid without fining or filtration to preserve its natural vibrancy. Collectors should expect a wine that evolves beautifully over the next decade.
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