Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Remarkably bright, straw yellow appearance. Savoury, almost Manzanilla-like saline nose with an underbelly of pithy stone fruit and rock minerals. The palate confirms the staggering tight freshness of this Semillon, showing cool tension that almost requires more time! Concentrated power from old vines, but in a light, elegant and bone-dry frame. Completely integrated oak. One of SA's most age-able white wines in peak drinking condition.' - Higgo Jacobs, 98/100 (2020)

'The 04 showed brilliant honey, wax and yellow peach nuances with pear purée and a most impressive, dense tight knit texture'. - Greg Sherwood MW, 94+/100 (Oct 2016)

'The 2004 Semillon, has a lovely bouquet with yellow plum, lemon sherbet and orange zest, even if it does not have the same brightness as the 2006. The palate is well balanced with a gorgeous creamy texture, lemon curd, ginger, rhubarb and white pepper.' - Neal Martin, Vinous, 91/100 (Jun 2023)

'A subtle aroma of persimmon gives way to a ripe palate of tangerine, blood orange and almond notes backed by fine acidity. A nice waxy edge caresses the finish. Could put on some weight with modest cellaring.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 90/100 (2007)