AYAMA
Slent Farms - Voor Paardeberg - South Africa
AYAMA VERMENTINO
The First in South Africa
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Vermentino taste is a quite difficult to define in few words. This is because Vermentino has higher levels of phenols which contribute to its subtle bitterness on the finish–a taste often described as green almond. A glass of classic Sardinia Vermentino will offer up lively aromas of pear, white peach, lime and pink grapefruit with subtle notes of crushed rocks and citrus zest. On the palate, Vermentino is almost always dry and somewhat oily with flavours of grapefruit and citrus, with a crushed rocky minerality and saltiness. On the finish, it can be a bit snappy with bitterness similar to the taste of grapefruit pith or, if it’s on the riper side, fresh almond. We are happy to say Ayama Vermentino has the complexity of a Sardinian Vermentino, combined with the flavours of South African soil.
Available Vintage:
2017 - 2018 - 2019 - 2020
AYAMA CARIGNAN
The Red Pathway
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Carignan is an expression of dark cherry fruit, blueberries, violet and other floral aromas along with notes of orange peel, black liquorice and cocoa. Well bodied with tannins that have a fine, dusty aspect and fresh and lively acidity with excellent potential for ageing. It’s delicious paired with roast meats, duck and earthy root vegetables.
Available Vintage:
2021
AYAMA LEOPARD SPOT RED
Origin:
Paarl
Tasting Notes:
This is a supple, elegant and very appealing wine with the tannins well integrated, but prominent enough to need 6 months longer to show off the ripe, fleshy black-cherry, plums, chocolate shadings to their best advantage and to be combined to the tone of spicyness and peppery flavours which are insured by the shiraz in main percentage.
AYAMA GRENACHE BLANC
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Straw-colored and full bodied, with crisp acids. The nose has bright green apple and mandarin orange aromas, with clean flavors of more apple, mineral and a touch of peach. It typically has a lingering finish with a hint of licorice.
AYAMA CHENIN BLANC
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
A straw appearance with excellent varietal expressions. Very intense aromas, which range from country hay, floral, tropical fruit and apricots to spice. Plenty of ripe fruit flavours. The hints of residual sugar are well balanced by acidity. Intense rounded mouth feel, ripe pear opulence, long finish. Fresh.
AYAMA VERMENTINO
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Limpid straw-yellow colour. The nose is intense and recalls white peaches and apricots, with notes of exotic fruits. The taste is dry with a persistent minerality. Velvet on the palate, with good freshness. The final is clean and persistent
AYAMA VIOGNIER
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
White floral such as honey-suckle or jasmine, as well as orange blossom. Along with a honey or honey-suckle notes, you’ll also find stone fruit flavors, peach, apricot, nectarine, as well as a nice spice component that can be described as baking spices. Full bodied, “lanolin” feel in your mouth.
AYAMA MERLOT
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
This is a supple, elegant and very appealing wine with the tannins well integrated, but prominent enough to need a year or two longer to show off the ripe, fleshy black-cherry, chocolate shadings to their best advantage.
AYAMA PINOTAGE
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Concentrated ruby crimson in colour, a full fruity wine with flavours of ripe plums and cherries, rich with a persistent finish with aromas of overripe berries, blackcurrants, and an earthy undertone, an harmonious balance noted by an elegant structure.
AYAMA SHIRAZ
Origin:
Paarl
Tasting Notes:
Nestled on the slopes of the Paardeberg, the Shiraz block keeps watch over the farm at night. This grape pronounces a full red wine bouquet expressing ripe berries overlaid with green pepper and spicy flavours. There is excellent follow through onto the palate where the peppery flavours dominate. The well-integrated ripe tannins make for easy accessibility giving a nice balance to the wine.
AYAMA PETITE SIRAH
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Deep, dark, and rich. On the nose expect sweet black berry fruit, blueberry, chocolate, baking spices, and cigar. On the palate, it is rich and round with ripe berry notes, leather, cocoa, anise, and cinnamon.
AYAMA MNANDI - MUSCAT D'ALEXANDRIE
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Subtle honey flavours complement the taste of ripe melon. Impressive harmony between freshness and delicate sweetness. Delicious pairing for a variety of desserts and cheeses.
AYAMA SAILOR MALAN N.74
PINOTAGE
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
Concentrated ruby crimson in colour, a full fruity wine with flavours of ripe plums and cherries, rich with a persistent finish with aromas of overripe berries, blackcurrants, and an earthy undertone, a harmonious balance noted by an elegant structure.
AYAMA SAILOR MALAN N.19
CHENIN BLANC
Origin:
Voor Paardeberg
Tasting Notes:
A straw appearance with excellent varietal expressions. Very intense aromas, which range from country hay, floral, tropical fruit and apricots to spice. Plenty of ripe fruit flavours. The hints of residual sugar are well balanced by acidity. Intense rounded mouth feel, ripe pear opulence, long finish. Fresh.