The Porseleinberg 2022 is not a wine for those seeking subtle fruitiness; this is a monumental Syrah that reflects the rugged, untamed beauty of the Swartland soil. Winemaker Callie Louw is regarded in the wine world as a visionary who has tamed a terroir on an extremely remote, rocky hilltop that many considered impossible.

Why this is the “Red Wine of the Year”

The success of the 2022 vintage lies in the paradox of power and elegance. Despite a challenging growing season with extreme heat in January, Callie Louw has produced a wine that radiates freshness and precision. The wine is made with 95% whole bunch fermentation and aged in large foudres and concrete, resulting in unprecedented purity.

Tasting note Porseleinenberg ed 2022

Colour: Intense deep ruby red with a purple rim.
Scent: An explosion of typical “Swartland characteristics”. Think of freshly ground black pepper, fynbos (South African spices), violets, and a deep core of blackberries and black cherries. An almost mystical scent of smoke and wet stones hangs around it.
Taste: The structure is what makes this wine legendary. The tannins are “sculpted”—powerful and present, yet so finely woven that they glide over the tongue. You taste layers of black fruit, olive tapenade, and a briny minerality reminiscent of iron and blood (typical of Syrah on schist soils).
Aftertaste: Endless and energetic. The wine leaves a trail of clove, licorice, and an impressive freshness.

Storage advice: patience is rewarded

The Porseleinberg 2022 is already an experience, but it is built for the long term. If you have the patience, let it age for another 5 to 10 years. It will only gain in complexity and velvety texture.

Wine factThe name ‘Porseleinberg’ comes from the white kaolin clay and the shimmering schist soils that look like fragile porcelain, but the wine that comes from there is anything but fragile: it is a powerhouse with a silk glove. What the connoisseurs say about this wine:

Gastronomic Combinations
This is a wine that calls for serious dishes, such as:

Grilled game: Roe deer or venison steak with a reduction of redcurrants and juniper.
Lamb rack: Prepared on the braai with rosemary and garlic to complement the spicy fynbos notes.
Slow-cooked dishes: A rich beef stew with black olives and bay leaf.

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