{"product_id":"spider-pig-syrah-2022","title":"Spider Pig Syrah 2022 Per Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpider Pig Syrah 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA vibrant, naturally made Syrah — juicy, spice-led, and full of character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spider Pig Syrah 2022 brings a lighter, more playful energy to the variety while still delivering proper depth and structure. Made with hand-picked fruit, natural fermentation, minimal intervention, and stainless steel maturation, it focuses on purity, spice, and drinkability rather than heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Syrah that feels modern and expressive: fruit-forward, savoury where it needs to be, and built for the table. It keeps its freshness through careful handling and avoids overworking in the cellar, allowing the wine’s natural personality to stay front and centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.63\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6 g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-picked, natural fermentation, limited intervention\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% stainless steel, kept on fine lees until bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dryland farmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aromatics lean into spice and vibrant red fruit, while the palate carries a gentle savoury edge and easy structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRuby red fruit and blueberry character\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm spice and subtle savoury notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFresh, supple palate with smooth tannin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced finish with lift and drinkability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-picked fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNatural fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimal intervention in the cellar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo SO2 used on juice, only after fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% stainless steel maturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKept on fine lees until bottling for added texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrilled meats and braai\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoast dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCampfire-style food and hearty sharing plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Wine Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpider Pig Syrah 2022 shows how expressive Syrah can be when handled with restraint. It keeps the variety’s spice and fruit intensity, but presents them in a fresher, less heavy style that feels current, food-friendly, and easy to return to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eServing \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe at:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 minutes recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now or over the next 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dark place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spider Pig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44078788640867,"sku":"SP-SYRAH-2022","price":1074.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/5640\/7907\/files\/Winetemplates_3_d31812ba-366f-47a2-846b-fa9f5e43cd6f.png?v=1774458848","url":"https:\/\/vineyardvault.co.za\/products\/spider-pig-syrah-2022","provider":"Vineyard Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}