False Bay, Old School Syrah 2023

Get to know: False Bay Old School Syrah

Tasting Note

Another winner from the False Bay range. 

A proper old-school red – dark and spicy with bags of personality. This Syrah opens with aromas of blackberries, cracked black pepper, and dried herbs, followed by a touch of smoked meat and violets. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied, fruity and refreshingly dry, with fine tannins, lively acidity, and a savoury finish.

Unfussy, unfiltered, and unpretentious – just really good Syrah with a wild side.

Pairs well with:

• Grilled lamb chops or slow-cooked beef

• Chargrilled veg or mushroom burgers

• Pepperoni pizza or smoky pulled pork

• Lentil stew or BBQ jackfruit

• Friday night in or a Saturday braai

Kate Says

"Honestly I think this wine just keeps getting better. For anyone who wants a good value shiraz that has lots of pure fruit but isn’t too big and peppery, this is a great choice. It's makes for a great barbecue wine."

Producer Info

False Bay Vineyards is the adventurous sister label of Waterkloof Wines, based in South Africa’s coastal Stellenbosch region. Led by maverick winemaker Nadia Barnard, the False Bay range is all about minimal intervention, natural ferments, and honest winemaking that respects the environment and the grape.

False Bay Vineyards is proud to be a WWF (World Wildlife Fund) Biodiversity Champion and certified by WIETA (Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association). All of their wines are Vegan friendly.

Old School Syrah is sourced from mature, sustainably farmed bush vines grown on the cool, coastal slopes of the Western Cape – which helps preserve freshness and balance in the wine.

What makes it “old school”?

• Wild yeast fermentation (no commercial additives)

• No new oak – just old barrels to soften the wine without masking its fruit

• Unfiltered and unfined, to let the character of the grape and terroir shine

• Vegan-friendly and sustainably made