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Harvest 2009 is almost over. Everything is in the barrel except for 2 tons of Cabernet Sauvignon from another Greyton farm, Oewerzicht.
Well, this vintage was definitely the payoff for a lot of hard work and suffering. Much has been sacrificed and lost. But the 2009 Lismore wines will mark the beginning of an era. The grape quality was amazing on young vines that have finally settled in. The Chardonnay and Viognier should present what we now know are classic hallmarks of Lismore terrior and the Syrah is showing maturity and complexity even as it is going through MLF. It is distinctively Rhone in character with leather, black pepper and tobacco already predominating the aromas coming from the newly filled barrels.
Well, this vintage was definitely the payoff for a lot of hard work and suffering. Much has been sacrificed and lost. But the 2009 Lismore wines will mark the beginning of an era. The grape quality was amazing on young vines that have finally settled in. The Chardonnay and Viognier should present what we now know are classic hallmarks of Lismore terrior and the Syrah is showing maturity and complexity even as it is going through MLF. It is distinctively Rhone in character with leather, black pepper and tobacco already predominating the aromas coming from the newly filled barrels.
And all will be labeled Wine of Origin Greyton!
For those of you who are loyal fans of this blog because of the charismatic and talented Jake, I am very sad to say that Jake has chosen to leave Lismore and it will be only me, Sam, who will be posting updates from time to time. I assure you they will not all be as melancholy as this one.
Keenan, Quinn and I are working hard to make sure that spirits are strong, the wine is delicious and that life remains beautiful and full of adventure.
Until next time…
Sam
For those of you who are loyal fans of this blog because of the charismatic and talented Jake, I am very sad to say that Jake has chosen to leave Lismore and it will be only me, Sam, who will be posting updates from time to time. I assure you they will not all be as melancholy as this one.
Keenan, Quinn and I are working hard to make sure that spirits are strong, the wine is delicious and that life remains beautiful and full of adventure.
Until next time…
Sam
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2 comments:
Sam,
No wine stained clothes or that wild visionary winemaker look? Just like your wine - effortlessly elegant. Can't wait to taste everything when I'm in SA in August.
Really sorry to hear about you and Jake. I hope things work out for the best for both of you and the boys.
Nkanyiso
Hi Sam
It's so nice to see that Lismore is making a name in the wine world.The day when we come back to South Africa...we will pop-in to taste your wines.Sorry to hear about you and Jake...best of luck for the future.You can make contact with us: dr.mariannebotha@gmail.com.
Kind Regards
André
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