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“From Swartland Semillon Gris, 50% fermented on the skins for approximately one week. Some reduction before peach, orange and red apple, with subtle notes of potpourri and spice. The palate is medium bodied with well-integrated acidity, the finish gently savoury. Flavourful and balanced, the wine is relatively understated, any phenolic grip nicely managed. Alc: 12.85%. 93/100.”

Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

100% Cinsaut from a single vineyard in Stellenbosch. The fruit is de-stemmed and fermented on skins for 7-10 days and aged in concrete until bottling after 9 months.

“Grapes from a 1963 Swartland vineyard. Expressive but not overly primary aromatics of peach and nectarine, with subtle notes of hay and wax. The palate shows impressive fruit weight and layers of flavour, the texture thick and mouthcoating, the acidity seamlessly integrated. A distinct umami quality marks the finish. Powerful and sophisticated – built to last. Alc: 13.2%. 95/100”

Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

Grapes from three Swartland vineyards, two Paardeberg vineyards on granite and one west of Malmesbury on more iron-rich soil. The nose is expressive, offering notes of pear, peach, a touch of lemon, hay and florals. The palate is rich and intense, yet brimming with energy, the finish deeply savoury. Dense but equally remarkably taut. Alc: 13.97%. 96/100”

– Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

“Grapes from Citrusdal Mountain. Subtle aromatics of blackcurrant, white peach and nectarine, with a touch of reduction. Lovely fruit concentration and bright acidity precede a super-long, savoury finish. The most refined vintage to date—still powerful, as always, but now also purer and more taut. A precise expression of a remarkable site. Alc: 14.06%. 96/100”

– Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

“30% Roussanne, 28% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, 15% Semillon and 7% Clairette Blanc sourced from across the Western Cape. A triumph being both multifaceted but also completely coherent. Flowers, pear, peach, citrus, apple, earth, spice and a hint of leesy complexity on the nose while the palate has it all: depth of fruit, texture, a lovely line of acidity and long, savoury finish. A wine of pin-point accuracy. Alc: 13.63%. 98/100”

– Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

“45% Grenache, 36% Syrah, 11% Carignan and 8% Mourvèdre, sourced from Olifantsberg in Breedekloof and Gabriëlskloof in Bot River. The nose is complex yet restrained, with notes of red and black berries, olive brine, fynbos and white pepper. The palate is focused and linear – almost austere – with pure fruit and fresh acidity, the finish long and dry. More detail and finesse than previous vintages. Alc: 14.01%. 94/100”

– Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za

A mixed case of the latest releases from Thorne & Daughters.

John’s latest release is marked by a wonderful concentration.

Included in this is
A 5% discount and free delivery!

1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Snakes and Ladders’ Sauvignon Blanc 2024
1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Tin Soldier’ Semillon Gris 2024
1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Paper Kite’ Old Vine Semillon 2024
1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Cat’s Cradle’ Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2024
1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Rocking Horse’ Cape White Blend 2023
1 Bottle of Thorne & Daughters ‘Wanderers Heart’ Cape Red Blend 2023