Tim Atkin Vintage Highlights

Timed Online Auction, 3 - 20 October 2025

Red Wine
About the Session

‘I’m proud to have my name associated with this auction, it’s a celebration of the people, the wines, and the country that I believe are shaping the future of fine wine. Now is the time to buy South African wine, the world is going to discover these wines, and prices will rise.“ – Tim Atkin MW


Current Bid

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Lot 78
  • Crystallum; Peter Max Pinot Noir; 2017; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 5 500 - 8 000
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 4 500
Location
Wine Storage
Delivery
Delivery within South Africa included
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About this Item

2017 Peter Max Pinot Noir
6 (1 x 6) 750ml
Peter and Max are the first names of the growers who supplied the fruit for the first vintage of this wine. The fruit sources have since changed but the name remains to honor the beginnings of the multi-vineyard Pinot Noir blend. The philosophy here is to use the different batches to form a blend that is more than the sum of its parts.

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Four different properties supply fruit for this aromatic, cool climate Pinot Noir from Peter-Allan Finlayson. It's a bright, elegant style with red cherry and strawberry fruit, some clove spice from 40% whole clusters and a juicy, refreshing finish. 2019-23.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 93/100

'Full bodied and with density to its dark-berry, undergrowth fruit, 2017 is also refined and supple. Balanced structure and freshness of fine tannins allow for current and future drinking pleasure. 30% whole bunch, 10% new oak. From 4 vineyards.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2019, 4.5* (91/100)

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