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Early Rider Shiraz 2024
Primary flavours

Black Plums

Blackberry

Dark Cherry

Black Pepper

Earthy

Olives

Vanilla Bean
Details
Early Rider's Shiraz is all about juicy blackberries and dark cherries with a kick of black pepper and a splash of vanilla! Bright acidity keeps it super fresh, and the tannins are smooth and ripe without drying your mouth out. A fabulous razzy that's dangerously easy to drink!
Introducing Early Rider - a rule-breaking, horizon-chasing collab between GPD and the endlessly curious crew at Fram Wines, helmed by the maverick himself, Thinus Krüger. Based out of the ruggedly beautiful Western Cape in South Africa, Thinus is the kind of winemaker who'd rather sail off the map than play it safe - exactly the kind of energy we like to bottle! With Early Rider, we're channeling his spirit of adventure into a lineup of wines that are bright, bold, and unashamedly full of personality. Think of these as the wines your more interesting friends bring to dinner - expressive, a little rebellious, and always up for a good story. This partnership came from a mutual love of wines that don’t just taste good, but feel good. Not just technically smart (though they absolutely are), but emotionally resonant - wines that make you sit back and go, “damn, that’s delicious.” From sun-drenched mountain vineyards to sea-breezy slopes, Early Rider is our way of riding shotgun with one of the Cape’s most idiosyncratic winemakers. Expect character. Expect charm. Expect a few surprises. Because when the captain’s got a shaky hand and a fearless heart, the ride is never boring.
Introducing Early Rider - a rule-breaking, horizon-chasing collab between GPD and the endlessly curious crew at Fram Wines, helmed by the maverick himself, Thinus Krüger. Based out of the ruggedly beautiful Western Cape in South Africa, Thinus is the kind of winemaker who'd rather sail off the map than play it safe - exactly the kind of energy we like to bottle! With Early Rider, we're channeling his spirit of adventure into a lineup of wines that are bright, bold, and unashamedly full of personality. Think of these as the wines your more interesting friends bring to dinner - expressive, a little rebellious, and always up for a good story. This partnership came from a mutual love of wines that don’t just taste good, but feel good. Not just technically smart (though they absolutely are), but emotionally resonant - wines that make you sit back and go, “damn, that’s delicious.” From sun-drenched mountain vineyards to sea-breezy slopes, Early Rider is our way of riding shotgun with one of the Cape’s most idiosyncratic winemakers. Expect character. Expect charm. Expect a few surprises. Because when the captain’s got a shaky hand and a fearless heart, the ride is never boring.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Western Cape
country
South Africa
Grape type
Shiraz
Wine Maker
Fram Wines
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2024
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Vegan
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
collection
Pairing guide
Bold but beautifully balanced, Early Rider Shiraz is packed with ripe dark berries, pepper spice, and just a hint of smoky goodness—making it a killer match for anything grilled, roasted, or generously spiced. Fire up the BBQ and pair it with smoky ribs, charred steak, or even a spicy grilled eggplant dish. It’s also great with burgers (beef, mushroom, or lamb) and slow-cooked beef stew or chilli con carne. Feeling snacky? Whip up a plate of peppery cured meats or a strong aged cheddar. It’s a wine that loves bold flavours but still stays smooth and approachable, making it perfect for chill BBQs, cosy fireside dinners, or anytime you want your meal to have a bit of swagger.
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Food

BBQ

Red Meat
Tastes

Rich

Meaty
Moods

Always A Winner

Any and all
Seasons

Winter

Autumn
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Western Cape, South Africa
The Western Cape is the overarching region that encompasses 22 wine regions within South Africa. Bounded to the west and south by the huge cooling influences of the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans and with ranges of hills and mountains creating not just some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world of winemaking but also plateaus and valleys that expose and shelter vineyards to and from the sun and sea resulting in a myriad of different terroirs.The varietals grown within the Western Cape are varied, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Pinotage among the most common grown varieties across the region.
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