Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Wine

Online-Only Auction, 27 August - 7 September 2020

Wine

Sold for

ZAR 2 345
Lot 533
  • Craven; Firs Syrah; 2016; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 2 000 - 2 400
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 2 345

About this Item

2016 Firs Syrah
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

As Stellenbosch revolutionaries, Mick and Jeanine Craven’s constant experimentation and their willingness to fight for great little parcels, have made them the poster couple for bringing whole-bunch, skin contact, early picking and all things geeky to Stellenbosch. These Young Gunners are the Stellenbosch champions of light, yet complex wines. Producing single-vineyard wines only, these 2 Stellenbosch revolutionaries know their vineyards like the back of their hands. ‘Craven is one of the most interesting wine projects in South Africa. It's part of the rediscovery of the best vineyard sites in Stellenbosch that's currently underway, with a whole group of young guns looking to find the gems and make interesting wines from them.

Winemakers personal tasting note:

'The 2016 Firs Syrah is showing a lovely red fruit brightness and from picking early with good tension and vibrancy. The red fruits are accompanied by a characteristic olive tapenade which is a perennial attribute of the syrah from this vineyard.' - Mick Craven

Provenance

Producer

View all Craven lots for sale in this auction