The Estate

The Boekenhoutskloof Syrah, a product of the Boekenhoutskloof estate was established in 1776 and it is located in the furthest corner of the beautiful Franschhoek valley, the farm’s name means “ravine of the Boekenhout” (pronounced Book-n-Howed). Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for furniture making.

In 1993 the farm and homestead was bought and restored and a new vineyard planting programme was established that now includes Boekenhoutskloof Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Semillon and Viognier.

Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for making fine furniture. The Boekenhoutskloof Syrah label features seven chairs; amongst them the country-style split splat chair made in the neo-classical style with a shouldered top rail and thonged seat from the late 18th century.

The transitional Tulbagh chair was made in the late 18th century, it has a plain back and a shaped top rail with a half-round opening.The chairs on our wine label all pay tribute to the skills of the 18th-century craftsmen and their achievements in creating beauty from natural sources, just like the pursuit of fine wine-making.

Tasting Notes
On the nose
Loads of violets, blackcurrant fruit pastilles white and black pepper with jamon and petrichor adding to the complexity.

On the palate
The purity and depth of fruit, firm velvety tannins and refreshing acidity shows the massive ageing potential of this vintage. Textured, composed and seamless in style.

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