Lozärn ‘Kay’s Legacy’ 2021

Lozärn ‘Kay’s Legacy’ Bordeaux Blend 2021

Winemaking

Matured for 14 months in French second- and third-fill barrels, this wine enhances the fruit of its terroir. Each cultivar was kept separate throughout the 14-month aging process, before being blended for an additional 15 months.

Tasting Notes

This captivating red blend, aged nearly 30 months in French second- and third-fill barrels, enchants with layers of dark berries, plum, and subtle spice. The nose offers distinctive notes of bay leaf, licorice, and cherry tobacco. The palate unfolds smoothly, supported by refined tannins and elegant structure. Rich and expressive, it lingers with depth and sophistication, leaving a lasting impression of complexity and poise.
Named as a tribute to the Smuts family matriarch, this wine reflects true craftsmanship and balance, embodying the rich heritage of Lozärn.

Analysis

Alcohol: 14.0 %
Residual Sugar: 3.6 g/l
Total Acidity: 6.4 g/l
pH: 3.42
Wine of Origin: Robertson

Special Notes

Her remarkable life story is interwoven with the history of Lozärn, from her adventurous childhood between Europe and South Africa to her steadfast dedication to farming in the Robertson valley. It was Kay’s pioneering spirit and deep connection to her land that laid the foundation for the family’s vinous endeavors. Her legacy lives on through this Bordeaux-style red blend, encapsulating the rich heritage and enduring passion that define Lozärn wines.

Intricately designed and adorned with a delicate duck skeleton, it pays tribute to Kathleen’s humble origins as a duck farmer a century ago. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each facet of the label exudes exclusivity and sophistication, embodying a harmonious fusion of European heritage and South African legacy.

Anchored in the fertile soils of South Africa, our grapes bear witness to our enduring bond with the land and its abundant treasures. With each bottle of Lozärn uncorked, a narrative of resilience, tradition, and unbridled passion unfolds. Every sip is an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery, where the past converges with the present in a symphony of taste and elegance. As we raise our glasses to honour the indomitable spirit of Kathleen Smuts and the generations that followed, we invite you to savour the epitome of excellence, encapsulated in every drop of Lozärn wine.