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Fairview Petite Sirah 2023 is a full-bodied red wine made from 100% Petite Sirah grapes grown on the upper slopes of Paarl Mountain. The grapes were handpicked and fermented in stainless steel tanks, with regular pump-overs to develop colour and flavour. The wine then matured for 24 months in French and American oak barrels, including 30% new French oak, allowing the tannins to soften and develop a balanced structure.
Fairview Petite Sirah 2023 displays a deep burgundy colour with rich aromas of ripe plums, blackberries and vanilla. Hints of salty liquorice and oak spice add complexity. The full-bodied palate offers layers of dark fruit and earthy spice, supported by firm tannins. A lingering, dry finish completes this bold red wine.
Fairview Petite Sirah 2023 has a story rooted in Charles Back's passion for exploring unusual grape varieties. After discovering Petite Sirah abroad, he introduced the variety to South Africa, planting the first Fairview vines in 2004.
Also known as Durif, Petite Sirah originated in France as a natural crossing between Syrah and Peloursin. Today, the variety is valued for its intense colour, rich fruit character and ageing potential.
The grapes come from a vineyard planted in decomposed granite soils on Paarl Mountain. Careful vineyard management helps control yields and encourages the development of concentrated fruit.
The extended oak maturation gives this red wine time to develop its character while softening its naturally firm tannins. As a result, it offers a rewarding drinking experience now, with the potential to age for another 8 to 10 years under ideal storage conditions.