Walker Bay

Hannes Storm had been working in the Hemel-en- Aarde Valley as a winemaker for 12 vintages, when he came across some exceptional vineyards sites that tempted him to strike out on his own. Storm Wines’ maiden vintage was 2012. Hannes’s goal is to express the purity of the site and the variety, working meticulously in the vineyard and keeping intervention during winemaking to a minimum.

The Vrede vineyard is situated on steep north-east facing slopes and is the embodiment of Pinot Noir. The fruit is ripe and juicy, but it is not too overt and remains elegant, nodding towards dark berries with floral undertones. The tannins are fine and woven with the fruit and fresh acidity. Drink now to 2021.

There is a lovely purity to the red cherry aromas of the 2013 Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir. Fragrant and pretty, the bouquet is followed by a good concentration of red and black fruit on the palate. The tannins are subtle and well-managed and a floral note lifts the whole. This is an excellent and very pretty Pinot Noir. Drink 2014 - 2020.
Catriona Felstead MW, Wine Buyer

A little over two thirds Semillon, with Sauvignon Blanc the balance, this oozes charm with plenty of red apple, apricot and cut grass on the nose. Good weight and texture on the palate, with a fresh streak of acidity to finish. Enjoy anytime from now and over the next 5 to 10 years.
Fergus Stewart - Private Account Manager