Ernie Els Big Easy – South Africa 6 / Case

Tasting notes the sublime and lively 2016 vintage shines through in perhaps the best big easy yet. A melange of ripe shiraz and cabernet sauvignon is layered with waves of grenache cinsaut mourvedre and a touch of viognier. Quite perfumed and fittingly complex the palate is lined with chocolate spice and confectionary cherries. A peppery nuance adds further character all framed by a fine structure and juicy core. Ageing potential ready to drink its long chalky finish will assist its 5 years ageing potential. In the vineyard the 2016 vintage challenging conditions led to a reduced wine grape crop for south african producers in 2016 but grapes were healthy and concentrated flavours promise good wines. The weather was very warm especially from the end of october towards the end of january which restricted the growth and constituted lower bunch masses and smaller berries. However the dry conditions led to the vineyards and grapes being very healthy overall. Smaller berries