Spier Creative Block 3 from South Africa's Stellenbosch — subtle perfumed notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and pomegranate followed by spicy flavours of black pepper and coriander, with a silky and rich mid-palate of concentrated fruit and dense, silky tannins. 92 points Tim Atkin.
Tasting Notes
Subtle perfumed notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, raspberry, pomegranate, and mulberry on the nose, followed by spicy flavours of black pepper and coriander. The silky, rich mid-palate is complemented with concentrated fruit and dense, silky tannins. Creative Block 3 is a Shiraz-led blend with Mourvèdre and Viognier — the classic southern Rhône model applied to South African terroir.
Quick Facts
- Grapes: Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Viognier
- Origin: South Africa, Western Cape, Stellenbosch
- Style: Dry red, Rhône blend, silky, spiced
- Winemaking: Classic Rhône-style co-fermentation approach, South African terroir
Food Pairing
Beef, lamb, game, and poultry.
Serving
Serve at 15°C. Open 15 minutes before serving.
About the Producer
Spier is one of South Africa's oldest and most celebrated wine estates, located in Stellenbosch and producing wines from certified sustainable vineyards with a focus on expressive, terroir-driven blends under the Creative Block range.