Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Wine
Online-Only Auction, 27 August - 7 September 2020
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Inspired by travelling the world of wine and grapes, especially the ancient vineyards of the Old World; Momento Wines was born – “Wines that reflect all the elements involved: the sun, soil, water and earth – along with people, personalities, ideas and experiences.” Momento Wines are made and based in Bot River, a truly authentic and diverse region of South Africa, which Marelise Niemann has called her home since 2007. She is lucky enough to work with vines all over the Western Cape which are unique expressions of their regions and terroir.
The Grenache 2011 was the maiden vintage for Momento Wines. Only 780 bottles were produced from a 50 year old dry-land bush-vine vineyard on granite soil, at Eendekuil in the Swartland.
Winemakers personal tasting note:
'A natural and hands-off winemaking approach was followed using 20 % whole bunches and gentle hand punch downs during its natural fermentation, giving the wine a beautiful tannin structure, allowing it to age for many years.
A combination of red berries, spice and floral scents; beautifully integrated, smooth mid palate with a fine tannin texture and a gentle acidity. This wine will be a decade old next year (2021). Elegant and pure, having aged gracefully, now in the prime of its life.' - Marelise Niemann
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