Hamilton Russell Vineyards Hemel-En-Aarde Valley Pinot Noir 2018

$49.99

Stellar new release from South Africa's finest Pinot Noir producer! Limited. previous vintage 92 Points Robert Parker:  "The Pinot Noir was a season with a long hang time with an above-average size of crop – a season with no ups and downs," Hannes Storm explained. It has a perfumed, floral bouquet with wilted rose petals infusing the red cherries, bergamot and fresh strawberry scents. The palate is clean and pixelated on the entry, adorned with a satin-like texture, extremely well-judged acidity and superb poise on the finish. This has gained a little weight over the next 12 months and while I do not think it has the substance for serious long-term aging, it is absolute charmer at this stage."

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Red Wine
Walker Bay , Cape South Coast, Western Cape, South Africa
Pinot Noir
750ml
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish

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Allison Lyzenga Delectable Pro

Pale garnet; medium intensity aromas of red cherry, red currant, raspberry, spiced apple rings; dry, medium plus acid, medium minus tannins, medium alcohol, medium minus body, medium intensity flavors consistent with aromas; medium finish, very fresh and elegant palate

Pale garnet; medium intensity aromas of red cherry, red currant, raspberry, spiced apple rings; dry, medium plus acid, medium minus tannins, medium alcohol, medium minus body, medium intensity flavors consistent with aromas; medium finish, very fresh and elegant palate

8.7

Pinotman /// Andreas

Disappointed ☹️. Forget this vintage. I am usually a fan but this one falls flat. Avoid.

Disappointed ☹️. Forget this vintage. I am usually a fan but this one falls flat. Avoid.

7.9

Brendan Baker

Black cherry and spice, lifted aromatics. This showed as much more complex and open than the ‘17 tasted a few days earlier at a restaurant

Black cherry and spice, lifted aromatics. This showed as much more complex and open than the ‘17 tasted a few days earlier at a restaurant

9.2

Betsy Schermer

An amazing property with even better owners. Anthony is the most knowledgeable person we met on our April 2019 trip to Stellenbosch. Not just on his property/region but, all of Stellenbosch. We spent the afternoon with him touring his property, tasting in their cellar, Anthony sharing all his knowledge and me being a sponge. Then, his wife & staff cooked us one of the most amazing lunches we’ve had paired with their beautiful wines. Quite a day. Outstanding in the craft, gracious and all class.

An amazing property with even better owners. Anthony is the most knowledgeable person we met on our April 2019 trip to Stellenbosch. Not just on his property/region but, all of Stellenbosch. We spent the afternoon with him touring his property, tasting in their cellar, Anthony sharing all his knowledge and me being a sponge. Then, his wife & staff cooked us one of the most amazing lunches we’ve had paired with their beautiful wines. Quite a day. Outstanding in the craft, gracious and all class.

9.0
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