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The estate’s first three wines were launched in 2005 under the Wijn de Caab label, and two of these include desiccated components. Since the maiden vintage, the desiccated components of these two wines have been increased substantially, and in so doing, they have gained greater distinction from typical Rhône styles. These wines are now marketed under the Solms-Delta label.
Solms-Delta Hiervandaan – Red Blend. Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Carignan and Viognier. Oak-matured, dark colour, intense, orange peel aromas. A rich, soft wine with good ageing potential.
Solms-Delta Amalie – White Blend. Viognier and Grenache blanc. A golden, aromatic and fruity wine, with well-integrated acidity and lingering complexity. Lightly oaked.
Solms-Delta Lekkerwijn – Rosé blend. Mourvèdre, Grenache and Viognier, blended from grapes specifically selected for the premium rosé. Full-bodied, with generous fruit and elegant freshness.
First released in 2006, two wines both made entirely from desiccated grapes were launched under the Solms-Hegewisch label. These wines are also now marketed under the Solms-Delta label.
Solms-Delta Africana – Desiccated Red. A totally new take on Shiraz. An extraordinarily rich wine. Deep, dark and tannic. Smoky oak flavours. Will mature superbly over many years.
Solms-Delta Koloni – Desiccated White. A Muscat style blend with a surprisingly dry finish. Floral notes, hints of oak, and complex structure. A truly unique ‘meditation wine’.
The latest addition under the Solms-Delta label (launched Thursday 8 July 2010) is:
Solms-Delta Gemoedsrus 2009 – Desiccated, fortified Shiraz
100% Shiraz, fortified with husk spirit (‘grappa’) – an innovative new approach to ‘port’ wine. Black colour, toasted almond aromas on the nose, dark chocolate on the palate, with a medium sweet, well-rounded finish. It is barrel-matured. The result is a dangerously delicious wine.
We welcome you to enjoy a tasting of Solms-Delta wines at the estate, and become informed about our wines and winemaking techniques by taking our Vineyards, Cellar and Wine Farm Tour, or buy our wines available from various stockists and restaurants globally.
