Waterkloof, Circumstance Syrah, Stellenbosch, 2012

Nadia Barnard makes delcious Rhône-style reds from this cool, biodyamic site overlooking False Bay. This comes mostly from a single block and was made with 100% whole bunches. Iodine, violets and wild herbs, sinewy tannins, subtle oak and a bright, oyster shell note on the finish.