| Manufacturer | Rall |
| Varietal | Syrah |
The Rall AVA Syrah 2025 is the flagship red wine from acclaimed Swartland winemaker Donovan Rall, produced from an exceptional single vineyard planted on schist soils near Riebeeksrivier. Named after Donovan's daughter, Ava, this limited-production Syrah has rapidly established itself as one of South Africa's most sought-after wines, celebrated for its remarkable purity, elegance and age-worthiness.
Crafted using predominantly whole-bunch fermentation and a minimalist approach in the cellar, AVA Syrah expresses its unique terroir with extraordinary precision. Rather than relying on excessive extraction or oak influence, it focuses on vibrant fruit, savoury complexity, floral aromatics and a striking mineral backbone.
The result is a Syrah of Rh*ne-like finesse that continues to earn praise from critics around the world. Tasting Notes Colour: Deep ruby with vibrant purple highlights. Nose: Highly perfumed aromas of violets, lavender and fynbos intertwine with blackberries, blueberries and dark cherries. Layers of cracked black pepper, olive tapenade, smoked herbs and graphite add impressive complexity.
Palate: Elegant yet intensely concentrated. Juicy black fruits and red berries are supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant natural acidity. Savoury notes of black olive, liquorice, thyme and subtle spice are beautifully balanced by a distinctive schist-derived minerality, creating a wine of exceptional precision and length.
Finish: Long, refined and beautifully persistent with lingering dark fruit, floral perfume, white pepper and mineral freshness. Awards & Accolades Although the 2025 vintage is still too recent to have received major published ratings, previous vintages have established AVA Syrah as one of South Africa's benchmark Syrahs: 2024 Vintage: 97 Points Tim Atkin MW 2023 Vintage: 98 Points Tim Atkin MW; 96 Points James Suckling Consistently recognised among South Africa's elite Syrahs in the South African Wine Classification.
Technical Details Producer: Rall Wines Winemaker: Donovan Rall Region: Swartland, South Africa Wine of Origin: Swartland Variety: 100% Syrah Vineyard: Single vineyard on schist soils Vinification: Predominantly whole-bunch fermentation Maturation: Matured in seasoned French oak to preserve purity and terroir expression Alcohol: Approximately 13% Bottle Size: 750ml Closure: Natural cork
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