Having pioneered a new extremely cool climate region in South Africa, Samantha chose to release an Estate Reserve range to illustrate what the Greyton vineyards are capable of. The Overberg region is rapidly earning a reputation for premium, cool-climate grapes. Greyton is a designated ward, in recognition of the unique expression of terroir in the wines that are produced there. The wines are produced from very low-yielding vines, which are planted at 300 meters above sea level, in the foothills of the Sonderend Mountain Range. The soils are decomposed shale over clay and the vines are dry farmed, which contributes to the deep concentration in the wine. One of the coolest climates in South Africa, the extreme diurnal temperature shifts create a Syrah that has a very distinct sense of place. Low mean temperatures during February contribute to an extended ripening period, resulting in a harvest period that can be three to four weeks later than in traditional wine-growing regions in South Africa. The long hang-time encourages concentrated flavors, while the cool evenings retain natural balancing acidity, resulting in a very elegant Syrah.