Goats do Roam Red (750ml)
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Wine Type
Red Wine
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Size
750ml
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Vintage
2020
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Country
South Africa
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Region
Western Cape
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Sub-Region
Fairview
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Grape
Red Blend
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Food Pairing
BBQPasta DishesRed Meat
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Farming Method
ConventionalMost products with this label come from producers who do their best to avoid any intervention at all but it’s possible that some of the aforementioned preventative measures and additions are deemed necessary. Learn More
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Vegan Friendly
Yes
The Fairview estate, located at the foot of the Paarl mountain, is rich in history. Only recently, while preparing the land to plant new vineyards, prehistoric tools were unearthed in the location and records show that Fairview was a working farm as far back as 1693. It is considered to be one of South Africa’s first wine estates (official tax records of the time note a farm inventory and list a few barrels of wine) and continues to make fine wine today. Fairview is a third generation family owned farm, raising goats (over 1000 Saanen goats roam the land) and cultivating vines. In light of these strong ties to the land, the Back family is committed to the preservation of the local environment. Fairview has various measures in place to ensure that their farming and wine production practices meet and exceed the standards set by local and international authorities for sustainability and they have been recognized for their outstanding efforts.
Tasting Notes
Red currant, plum and peppercorns on the nose while the youthful palate is rich with generous berry fruit and spice, balanced with integrated oak nuances. The palate is smooth with firm tannin a long fresh finish.
Method
Made from a blend of 59% Shiraz, 16% Grenache, 14% Mourvèdre, 7% Petite Sirah, 2% Tempranillo, 2% Cinsault, the grapes were destalked and lightly crushed into stainless steel tanks. Each grape variety and respective vineyard was fermented separately. The must was inoculated with Rhône yeasts and pump-overs were done up to 4 times a day during fermentation. After alcoholic fermentation, the wines were racked to tanks and barrels for malolactic fermentation. The wine was then matured in both tanks and barrels prior to blending, stabilization and bottling.
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