Tempel Wines Paarl

'Oogwink' Shiraz, 2020

750ml
In stock
$38
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Varietal Composition: Shiraz (100%)
RS: 5.5 g/l
Cellaring Potential: 10 - 15 years
ABV: 13.00%

Description

This Paarl Shiraz offers a medium to full-bodied experience with remarkable elegance and precision. Fine-grained tannins provide structure, while the palate unfolds layers of peppercorn, dusty cherry, and subtle earthiness. The wine's flavors transition seamlessly into a lively, spice-infused finish, delivering both complexity and balance.

Perfect for pairing with grilled meats or savory dishes, this Shiraz captures the essence of Paarl’s terroir with a sophisticated yet approachable style.
Oogwink, our 100% Shiraz, translates to “in the blink of an eye”. Matured for 12 months in French oak barrels (20% new oak) and a cement egg.

Winemaker: Neil Marais
Tempel Wines is home to high-quality, hand-crafted wines. Their philosophy is to let the grapes do the talking – they create modern wines that reflect the character and soul of the region. As 80% of their wines are made on the field, they take great care to select only the best cultivars and rootstocks given the climatological circumstances and different soils at their vineyards. They try and keep farming as natural as possible to maintain the best quality in the end products.

* Prior vintage described.

Flavor Profiles

mixed peppercorns

Mixed peppercorns

black cherry

Black cherry

red cherries

Red cherries

mixed spices

Mixed spices

In the cellar

About the Winery

Location

Paarl, South Africa

Paarl, South Africa

Paarl, located 37 miles inland from Cape Town and nestled between two mountains, enjoys a relatively hot climate with moderate to high rainfall. The well-drained granite and shale soils force vines to dig deep for nourishment, which strengthens the vines and naturally limits yields. This results in the production of premium-quality wines with concentrated flavors. Known for producing robust reds and elegant whites, Paarl offers a diverse range of wines that reflect the region’s rich terroir and winemaking tradition.