This translates to ‘Lily of Saron’. Saron is the name of the Natasha Williams’ hometown. She talks about the lily being symbolic of purity and humility, reflecting her winemaking philosophy.

And this wine is a wonderful example that exists to teach me the error of my judgmental ways.

The Wine:

Medium ruby with a medium(+) nose of red and black cherries, juicy red plums, cherry cola, vanilla, cloves, and liquorice.

Dry, medium(+) acidity, high alcohol but I’d guessed medium, smooth light tannins, and a medium(+) finish. There’s some light herbal mint and rosemary, and juicy confected blackberries (specifically the black wine gums). I’m kind of surprised by how easy drinking this is at 14%.

Vini + Viti:

The grapes are a combination of 3 different clones from the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Hand sorted, 25% whole bunch pressed - the rest whole berry. Spontaneous fermentation, daily pump-overs or punchdowns and further macerated for one week after the 2 week fermentation has completed. Then basket-pressed into older barrels for 10 months.

 

Final thoughts: 

Lelie van Saron translates to ‘Lily of Saron’, and Saron is the name of Natasha Williams’ hometown. She talks about the lily being symbolic of purity and humility -reflecting her winemaking philosophy.

Find the Wine:

www.lelievansaron.co.za