David & Nadia Elpidios Swartland WO 2021

Elpidios is a Swartland WO red from David & Nadia, made from Grenache, Syrah, Pinotage, Cinsault and Carignan. Each variety is harvested and fermented separately, then blended and matured in woods of various sizes for at least 18 months before bottling. Ruby red with early garnet reflections, it has a rich bouquet of red and black fruit, macerated flowers, oriental spices and toasted notes over a mineral background of graphite and flint. The palate is elegant, powerful yet juicy and silky, finishing long, sapid and balsamic. It suits meat dishes, especially feathered game such as duck breast with blueberry sauce.