More Information - Eagles’ Nest Shiraz 2018
This wine showcases a bright red colour. On the nose delicious dark fruit aromas are complimented by savoury, smoky notes. These flavours lead to a medium-full pallet, where a spiciness and flavours of red cherries and violets compliments the darker fruit. The tannins are soft and beautifully integrated, balanced by delicious freshness on the finish.
Back Story & Wine Information
In the late 1600s, Eagles’ Nest operated as a commercial farm. For decades it produced export fruit and supplied vegetables to the local market. In the year 2000, tragedy struck when a devastating fire sprawled along the Cape Peninsula mountains, destroying 95% of the estate and wiping out the natural fyn-bos vegetation. In the wake of this event, we faced a critical choice: to rebuild or re-imagine. After much consideration, we chose to shift the focus of our farm to wine making.
Along with the planting of vineyards, it was a priority to restore the indigenous flora. We planted 25,000 Silver Tree seeds and thousands of other fyn-bos varieties, carefully selecting species that would thrive in the Constantia mountains. Today, we are home to one of the largest Silver Tree plantations in South Africa.
Pairing
Grilled meats: Especially lamb, beef steak, or venison.
Slow-cooked dishes: Boeuf Bourguignon, Hungarian Goulash, or slow-cooked lamb shank.
Peppered dishes: A pepper-crusted fillet steak or any dish with a robust amount of black pepper.
Cheeses
Savory cheeses: Aged cheddar, smoked gouda, or Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Other pairings
Spicy dishes: Spicy Asian dishes or Mexican tacos with avocado.
Hearty fare: Risottos or rich, cream-based pasta sauces.
Sweet and savory: Bittersweet chocolate cake or dark chocolate.
