5.5% Shiraz
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit profile.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled chicken dishes, assorted charcuterie, and mild semi-hard cheeses.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Spier 5.5% Shiraz is a low-alcohol red wine produced from Shiraz grapes grown in the Coastal Region of South Africa. To achieve the lower alcohol volume of 5.5% while retaining varietal character, the winemaking process typically involves early harvesting or dealcoholisation techniques. The Coastal Region's diverse soils and maritime-influenced climate provide a foundation for a light-bodied, fruit-driven profile. The wine is generally fermented in stainless steel to preserve its primary red fruit aromas and fresh acidity, offering an alternative style to traditional full-strength Shiraz.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1692, Spier is one of South Africa's oldest and most historic wine farms, located along the Eerste River in the heart of the Stellenbosch region. Under the stewardship of the Enthoven family since 1993, the estate marries its rich heritage with a progressive commitment to regenerative farming, biodiversity, and organic practices. Spier is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of expressive wines, most notably its acclaimed '21 Gables' range, which pays homage to the farm's historic Cape Dutch architectural heritage through exceptional single-varietal Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, and Cabernet Sauvignon. With a winemaking philosophy centered on minimal intervention, Spier consistently crafts elegant, terroir-driven wines that capture the unique maritime-influenced climate of the Coastal Region.