Syrah 56%, Cabernet Sauvignon 11%, Mourvédre 22%, Grenache Noir 11%
Bakermat, meaning “birth-place” or “cradle” in Dutch, pays homage to Joostenberg, home of the Myburgh family for 6 generations. This is the premium red wine from the estate and every effort has been taken to ensure that it is a genuine expression of the Joostenberg terroir.

All grapes were hand-picked. The Mourvedre was wholebunch feremented while the Syrah was partially de-stemmed, and all other varieties were totally de-stemmed. Fermentation occured in open-topped tanks and the wine was then matured in 500L French oak barrels for the first 12 months. Thereafter matured 50 % in concrete and 50% in 500L barrels for another 12 months.

Tasting Notes: A fruity red that has aromas of plums, strawberries, sage and vanilla. It's medium- to full-bodied with juicy tannins and a tasty, easygoing finish. Pairs well with red meats and game. 

ANALYSIS: ALC 13.5% | TA 5.7g/L | pH 3.59 | RS 1.1g/L