Groote Post Salt of The Earth 2022

Dark, ripe plums and cherry fruit aromas, cracked pepper, and a whisper of fynbos rise from the glass like a coastal breeze carrying the scent of the wild. The Shiraz lends its signature spice and depth, while the Cinsault brings a vibrant and fresh juiciness,rounding outthe edges with supple tannins and a silky finish. A hint ofsavoury minerality lingers as a reminder ofthe soilsthat give this wine its name. Like those who are salt ofthe earth,this wine embodies authentic character and quiet confidence. It’s uncomplicated yet deeply expressive – a toast to tradition, craftsmanship, and the simple pleasuresthat make life extraordinar

60% Cinsault & 40% Shiraz

Let the story of the wine unfold sip by sip with braaied salted lamb ribs served with a squeeze of lemon juice.

Shiraz                   Cinsault
Vines planted:   2001                     1976
Soil:                     Hutton                 Hutton
Yield:                   6 t/ha                   4t/ha
Irrigation:          Supplementary    None
Trellising:          5wine perold        Bush Vine
Elevation:            200m                   200m

The grapes of both cultivars were harvested on the same day and co-fermented in open-top tanks, allowing forseamlessintegration of flavour and structure. The free-run juice was kept separate and underwent malolactic fermentation in 500-litre barrels. Once complete, the winewasracked and returned to barrelfor15 months of maturation.

Our oak selection balances elegance and texture, with 50% new and 50% seasoned 500-litre French oak barrels enhancing the wine’s character without overpowering its natural expression

At Groote Post, we are privileged to cultivate these two Rhône varietals in the dry-land vineyards of the Darling district. The Cinsault, sourced from 49-year-old bush vines on a neighbouring property, adds a unique depth and complexity to the blend.