Silverthorn The Genie Rosé NV Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Western Cape
R310
'The Genie is what John Loubser calls his "crowd-pleaser wine", made from Shiraz grown on shale and limestone soils. Coral pink in colour, with raspberry and summer pudding fruit, some citrus for support and subtle autolysis from 24 months on lees. Drink 2022-26.' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2021, 92/100
'Glowing pink sparkler from shiraz. Latest NV has increased style, finesse, complexity, with biscuit tones woven into usual juicy red berries. Bright, creamy mousse, mouthwatering conclusion add to deliciousness. 26 months on lees (previous 15 months), 6 on cork.' – Platter's Guide, 4.5* (90/100)
'Glowing pink sparkler from shiraz. Latest NV has increased style, finesse, complexity, with biscuit tones woven into usual juicy red berries. Bright, creamy mousse, mouthwatering conclusion add to deliciousness. 26 months on lees (previous 15 months), 6 on cork.' – Platter's Guide, 4.5* (90/100)
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | John Loubser |
| Alcohol | 11.9% |
| Blend information | 100% Shiraz / Syrah |
| Drink to | Drink now |
| Variety | Blend |
| Rating | TA 92 |
| Technical analysis | RS: 8.6 g/L | TA: 7.2 g/L | PH: 3.09 |
| Producer information | The inspiration for the name of Silverthorn Wines came from the Karroo Acacia tree and its white thorns – one of the Karoo's most prolific thorn trees. Silverthorn focuses solely on the production of Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) wines and is a member of the Cap Classique Association and the Cape Winemakers Guild. Located in Robertson, Wsstern Cape, Silverthorn describes their rocky, lime-rich, shale soils terroir as being similar to the famous Champagne soils in France. |
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COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
Orders are available for free collection at our Cape Town office only. You will be notified as soon as your order is ready for collection.
CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
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We use a third party courier for international shipping. Please contact info@winecellar.co.za for the rates and delivery options.
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