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Critics Ratings

'Hemel-en-Aarde Valley origin, similar to Moya's except for 25% new oak, more ripeness. 12 has classic tones, spice & red berries, notes of white pepper, earth. Palate is bright & refreshing, streamlined.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2015, 4*

'The 2012 Pinot Noir Vrede includes 25% new barrels (apparently the cooper made the staves with different toasting and grain.) It is darker in color and clearly in possession of more fruit intensity with dark cherries, blackcurrant pastille and a touch of violet. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent, ripe tannins, the alcohol coming through more here (13.8%) with a sense of opulence allied with finesse toward the finish. This is (predictably) an impressive debut.' - Neal Martin, Wine Advocate (October 2014), 92/100

'Dark and plush, with deliciously succulent plum, blackberry coulis and black cherry sauce flavors supported by subtle singed cinnamon and graphite notes. The iron-laced finish stretches out admirably. Drink now through 2017. 250 cases made' - Wine Spectator (May 2016), 92/100