Spier, Frans K Smit.

The Icon wine from Frans Smit - Head Winemaker at Spier.

Grapes from selected vineyard blocks were hand-harvested at 26.5° Balling in 8kg lugs, de-stemmed, hand sorted and gently crushed. Cold soaking occurred at 10-12°C for colour- and flavour extraction, prior to temperature-controlled fermentation in small open top French oak fermenters. Malolactic fermentation took place in small new French oak barrels.

First wine selection occurred after 16 months of maturation, with final selection and blending at 27 months.

Dark ruby in colour with a youthful purple edge, this ultra-premium blend shows prominent blackcurrant on the nose with berries, cassis, cherries and spice. These follow through to a full, velvety, flavour-rich palate with a lingering aftertaste.