2017 South Africa
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Tierhoek,
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This Sauvignon Blanc is elegant and refined, with subtle flavours of blackberry leaf and passion fruit complementing a mineral core. Old World in style, it has rested on its fine lees for seven months, which has given the palate additional weight and texture. The wine is expressive with a tension that adds complexity. The property is one of the oldest surviving Sandveld farms, where leopards abound, and which is ideal for growing aromatic whites due to the higher altitude. Although not certified organic, the farm adopts an organic approach to be able to produce high-quality wines that express terroir.
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant
Tierhoek,
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Tierhoek is one of the oldest Sandveld farms in the Piekenierskloof, where leopards abound. This rugged, mountainous ward is situated on the border with the Cederberg Mountains and the Swartland. Since its inception, Tierhoek has adopted organic and sustainable practices to produce high-quality wines that express this exceptional terroir.
This Chenin Blanc has a glorious depth of flavour and rich mouth-feel, with aromas of orchard fruit, greengage and honeysuckle on the nose. Stony, savoury notes underpin the honeyed fruit on the palate, while fresh acidity brings added vibrancy. Drink now to 2022.
This Chenin Blanc has a glorious depth of flavour and rich mouth-feel, with aromas of orchard fruit, greengage and honeysuckle on the nose. Stony, savoury notes underpin the honeyed fruit on the palate, while fresh acidity brings added vibrancy. Drink now to 2022.
Constantia Glen,
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Aromas of apricot, green herbs and cut grass entice on the nose. On the palate, more tropical notes of passionfruit and papaya layer with ripe peach and nettle. The Sémillon brings depth and rich texture to the blend, complementing the racy acidity and fresh aromatics of the Sauvignon Blanc. This would pair beautifully with fragrant dishes and seafood. Drink now to 2027.
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (autumn 2018)
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (autumn 2018)
Craven,
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From a slightly warmer, inland site in comparison to the Faure Syrah, this wine still embodies ripe dark-fruit characters. it exudes bramble and briar notes and classic pepper spice. The tannins are fine and well-crafted; the acidity fresh. Iodine and sweet blackberries drive the precise finish. Not your usual Stellenbosch Syrah, it is far more elegant and restrained. This pairs beautifully with slow cooked leg of lamb. Drink now to 2022. Katherine Dart MW, Buyer (spring 2018)
Scions of Sinai,
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Firm and polished with some real Syrah character. Well done! Proper wine by any measure. Savoury but ripe fruit.
Jancis Robinson (winter 2018)
This is an elegantly proportioned single-site Syrah. The nose is layered and complex with aromas of violet, blueberry and rosemary. The palate reveals darker berry fruit and a more savoury profile with notes of black peppercorn.
Swanesang (Swansong) refers to this single vineyard’s tragic fate. Like many of the old dry-farmed bush vines in the Lower Helderberg, it was grubbed up at the end of the 2017 harvest. This particular block produced many of the wines made on the old Bredell farm.
Daisy Gatt – Buying Assistant
Jancis Robinson (winter 2018)
This is an elegantly proportioned single-site Syrah. The nose is layered and complex with aromas of violet, blueberry and rosemary. The palate reveals darker berry fruit and a more savoury profile with notes of black peppercorn.
Swanesang (Swansong) refers to this single vineyard’s tragic fate. Like many of the old dry-farmed bush vines in the Lower Helderberg, it was grubbed up at the end of the 2017 harvest. This particular block produced many of the wines made on the old Bredell farm.
Daisy Gatt – Buying Assistant
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