Delaire Graff, Shiraz 2019
Product Information
Country South Africa
Region Stellenbosch
Grape Variety Shiraz
Vintage 2019
ABV 14%
Discover the elegance of Delaire Graff Shiraz 2019, a premium South African Shiraz wine crafted in the renowned Stellenbosch wine region. Handpicked in the early morning from select cool-climate vineyard sites, this vintage captures the essence of high-quality Shiraz with a smooth finish.
Despite a challenging growing season with fluctuating weather during bud break and flowering, the 2019 vintage delivers exceptional character. Smaller berries from uneven bunches have concentrated flavour, resulting in a refined red wine with bold yet balanced notes.
Matured for 12 months in seasoned French oak barrels, this Stellenbosch Shiraz red wine offers a harmonious blend of spicy white pepper, floral lavender, and juicy mulberry aromas. On the palate, it is soft and smooth, with subtle savoury undertones and a long, versatile finish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rich stews, or aged cheeses.
Delaire Graff Wine Estate is renowned for its exceptional high-altitude vineyards nestled on the crest of the scenic Helshoogte Mountain Pass, overlooking the world-famous Stellenbosch wine region. Originally established as Avontuur Farm, this historic estate was purchased in 1982 by celebrated South African wine writer and winemaker John Platter, who renamed it Delaire Estate, meaning “From the Sky.”
In 2003, Laurence Graff, founder of Graff Diamonds International Ltd, acquired the estate and launched an extensive six-year redevelopment project to transform Delaire Graff into a luxury South African boutique winery, complete with a world-class restaurant, hotel, and spa. During this transformation, Delaire Graff installed one of the most advanced wine cellars in the Southern Hemisphere, operational from 2008 with the release of its first premium wines under the Delaire Graff label.
With only 22 hectares under vine, Delaire Graff focuses on cultivating varietals perfectly suited to its unique terroir, including Chardonnay and classic red Bordeaux varietals. The estate also sources Shiraz grapes from cooler coastal vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc grapes blended from four premium South African wine regions, and Chenin Blanc from 35-year-old bush vines in Swartland. These carefully selected vineyards are managed year-round by Delaire Graff’s expert viticulture team, ensuring the highest grape quality.
