{"product_id":"lourensford-limited-release-smv-2021","title":"Lourensford Limited Release Smv 2021","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLourensford Limited Release SMV 2021\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e(Shiraz Mourvèdre Viognier)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eDiscover the Lourensford Limited Release SMV 2021, a refined Rhône-style red blend from Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West, South Africa. Crafted from select vineyard blocks and matured in French oak, this limited release reflects a cooler, slower ripening season that produced exceptional colour, natural acidity, and remarkable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003ePerfect for lovers of structured, spice-driven Rhône-style blends.\u003cbr data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eIdeal for serious red wine enthusiasts, collectors, and those who appreciate layered complexity.\u003cbr data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA distinguished wine for celebratory dinners, premium gifting, or patient cellaring.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby with vibrant intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberries, red berries, ripe plums and hints of black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy dark fruit layered with spice, showing precision and freshness from the cooler vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Structured yet polished, with refreshing natural acidity and integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, complex and balanced, with lingering spice and dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eGrilled or barbequed lamb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eBeef steaks and slow-roasted cuts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eGame meats such as kudu, ostrich and springbok\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eServe between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e in a large Rhône or Bordeaux-style glass to allow the aromatics and structure to fully develop. Best enjoyed now or cellared for further complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eIdeal Drinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy now or cellar for medium-term maturation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eGlassware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Bordeaux or Rhône-style red wine glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14% vol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eTotal Acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.1 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.28\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somerset West, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eCultivar Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 93% Shiraz, 4% Merlot, 3% Viognier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eVineyard Altitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–200m above sea level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tukulu, Pinedene \u0026amp; Sweetwater (decomposed granite soils)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 months in 300L and 500L French oak barrels (35% new)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-selected quality cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store horizontally in a cool, dark environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2818\"\u003eThe 2021 vintage benefited from moderate summer temperatures, slower ripening, excellent colour extraction, low pH levels and high natural acidity — all indicators of exceptional quality\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative inline-flex items-center\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"ms-1 flex h-[25px] text-[10px] leading-[13px] rounded-xl corner-superellipse\/1.1 items-center justify-center gap-1 px-2 relative text-token-text-secondary! 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hover:text-token-text-primary! hover:bg-token-bg-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-bg-secondary bg-[#f4f4f4]\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRecognised as a limited release wine showcasing depth, structure and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2960\"\u003eIs it oaked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eYes. The wine spent 17 months in French oak barrels, 35% of which were new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3063\"\u003eIs it dry or sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3066\"\u003eIt is a dry red blend with balanced acidity and structured tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003eCan it age?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eYes. Its natural acidity and structure support medium-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3371\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3256\"\u003eWhat makes this wine unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003eA cooler vintage and slow ripening season resulted in exceptional colour, vibrant acidity and refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3406\"\u003eWhat foods does it pair with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3409\"\u003eGrilled lamb, beef, and game meats such as kudu, ostrich and springbok.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eAbsolutely. 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