Cederberg Shiraz

I usually drink old-world Syrah, but this South African one is a stunner—that concentrated blackberry and pepper finish is incredibly bold. The high-altitude character really comes through with a polished, powerful mouthfeel that lasts. Definitely grabbing another bottle for the next braai.

The black pepper and smoked meat notes are exactly what I look for in a good Syrah, and this one delivers beautifully. It’s incredibly smooth for such a powerful wine, with that dark berry fruit lingering on the finish. Definitely grabbing another bottle for next weekend’s braai.

That altitude really does something to the grapes—the black pepper and smoked meat notes come through bold but never harsh, and the blackberry core stays smooth from first sip to last. I’m glad I bought two bottles because one barely made it through dinner.