Spice Route Grenache
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Product specifications
| Wine type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Winery | Spice Route |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Coastal Region |
| Appellation | Swartland |
| Grape variety | Grenache |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Taste profile | Powerful |
| Alcohol content | 14% |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Halal | No |
| Type | Quiet |
| Colour | Red |
| Volume | 0.75 liters |
| Closure | Cork |
| Serving temperature | 18 degrees |
| No added sulphites | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Alcohol-free | No |
Tasting note Spice Route Grenache
Bright ruby red in color with a slightly translucent rim. The nose offers alluring aromas of ripe red fruit such as raspberry and cherry, complemented by black pepper, dried herbs, and a light minerality. The palate is smooth and elegant with a generous burst of red fruit, velvety tannins, and a fresh acid balance. The long finish ends with fine spices and a subtle, smoky touch.
Food & Wine
Spice Route Grenache is a versatile food wine thanks to its fruity and spicy profile. It pairs excellently with grilled lamb with rosemary, slow-roasted pork belly, duck breast, and spicy chicken. It is also a perfect match for vegetarian dishes such as oven-roasted vegetables, lentil stews with mushrooms, or dishes featuring Ras el Hanout. Pair it with cheeses like Manchego or goat cheese.
Other information
Spice Route Winery was founded by Charles Back, one of South Africa's most influential winemakers. The winery is located in Swartland, a region globally renowned for its old vines and characterful wines. The name Spice Route refers to the historical trade routes along which spices were transported from Asia to Europe.
The grapes grow in dry-farmed vineyards of weathered granite and shale. Because the vines must root deeply for moisture, small grapes with high aroma concentration are produced. After a manual harvest and traditional fermentation in open vats with manual punch-downs, the wine ages for 12 to 14 months in older 500-liter oak barrels. This provides structure and elegance while preserving the fresh fruit.
Wine scores/awards
Platter's South African Wine Guide: Generally 4 to 4.5 stars
Tim Atkin MW: Regularly awarded 90+ points
Fun fact
When Charles Back planted Grenache in the bone-dry Swartland in the 90s, everyone declared him mad. Local farmers mockingly called the non-irrigated vines "Back's thirsty bushes."
However, the drought-resistant grape turned out to be a hit: the first harvest was so complex and successful that Charles single-handedly ignited the famous 'Swartland Revolution' with it.
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