Excelsior SL Shiraz 75cl
★★★★ 4.0 (1 review)You know that wine that just gets a slab of grilled meat? This is it. Excelsior's San Louis Shiraz pours dark and generous, all ripe plum and dark cherry with a twist of black pepper and a whiff of smoke that smells like the grill is already going. It's dry, smooth and 14%, so it carries weight without turning into homework. Pour it on a late night, hand a glass to whoever's near, and let it do its thing.
First sniff is dark fruit, plum and black cherry, with a little chocolate sitting underneath and a savoury, smoky-meat note that's pure Shiraz. Take a sip and the fruit rolls in juicy and ripe, then a crack of black pepper and warm spice keeps it interesting. The tannins (that's the grippy, dry feel that makes your mouth want another bite of steak) are soft and rounded, not harsh. It finishes warm, dry and easy, leaving you reaching for the glass again.
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Where it's from
Excelsior sits in the Robertson Valley, a sun-soaked stretch of South Africa's Western Cape run by the De Wet family for five generations. Here's the cool part: San Louis was a racehorse bred on the estate. In 1979 he fell so ill they dug his grave, then gave him one more chance. Seven months later he'd fully recovered, and on 7 February 1981 he stormed the Guineas. His winnings reportedly bailed out the winery the year floods washed out the vines. The wine carries his name for a reason.
Good to know
- What is the price of Excelsior SL Shiraz 75cl?
Excelsior SL Shiraz 75cl is KSh 3,769 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for delivery in 30 minutes for most areas in Nairobi, or next day countrywide.
- What does Excelsior San Louis Shiraz 75cl taste like?
Ripe dark fruit like plum and black cherry, a hint of chocolate, a crack of black pepper and a savoury smoky note. It's dry and smooth with soft, rounded tannins.
- What is the ABV of Excelsior San Louis Shiraz?
It's 14% ABV, a full-bodied South African red that carries a bit of warmth without being heavy.
- Is it sweet or dry?
Dry. The fruit is ripe and generous so it tastes rich, but there's no sweetness on the finish.
- How should I serve it?
Slightly below room temperature, around 16 to 18°C, in a big-bowled glass. Open it 20 minutes early to let it breathe. Serve neat, no ice.
- What food pairs with Excelsior San Louis Shiraz?
Grilled and roasted red meat is the move. Think medium-rare steak, nyama choma, lamb chops, oxtail stew or a sharp aged cheese.
- Where is it from?
Excelsior Estate in the Robertson Valley, Western Cape, South Africa, farmed by the De Wet family. It's named after San Louis, a champion racehorse bred on the estate.
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Excelsior SL Shiraz 75cl price in Kenya
Buy Excelsior SL Shiraz 75cl online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 3,769. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.
