Technical Specifications
Region Walker Bay
Soil Bokkeveld shale, Stony clay-rich
Elevation 125.0 meters
Vineyard Yield 26.7 hL/ha
Harvest Dates 8, 10 & 13 February 2023
Grape Clone 70% 115, 23% 777, 7% 113
Vine Age planted 2008 (maiden vintage 2012)
Oak Aging 12 months
Barrel Size 228L
Bottling Date 10 May 2024
Production Details Vrede Pinot Noir from Vrede Vineyard (Steep northeast-facing slope in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley), 4.61 ha, 4.0 t/ha, 26.7 hl/ha, 0.9 kg/vine, 1048 (of 12) cases produced. Maturation: 228 litre, tight grain, French oak, 12 months with 28% 2023 and 22% 2022 blend components. 2023 notes: lower than usual alcohol level with beautiful fruit purity.
Critics Ratings Tim Atkin: 96 (MW)
Tim Atkin96 (MW)
Individual Vintages
Producer Information
Website
Address
PO Box 431, Hermanus, 7200, Western Cape, South Africa
Email
Owner
Hannes and Nathalia Storm
Cellarmaster
Hannes Storm