joyful palate with citrus and freshness predominating

From the winery

with notes of wild red berries

With Zinfandel

On entry the palate is creamy and balanced by a quenching acidity

Blackwater “Omerta”, 2020 Mourvèdre joyful palate with citrus and"Omert, named after the Southern Italian (read, Mafia) term code of silence. The name originated from the fact that Francois would not reveal the vineyards name, location or association for fear of other winemakers lining up for the few rows of Carignan amidst the bountiful Syrah. Demand for the wine has increased and the block on the Paardeberg had a few rough years due to drought so Francois looked elsewhere for a bit of fruit to complement the