2022 Newton Johnson Walker Bay Pinot Noir

The Walker Bay Pinot Noir embodies the essence of the Hemel-en-Aarde region and its diverse terroir, offering a distinct expression of young vines from vineyard plots on lower slopes. This Pinot Noir opens with perfumed layers of red fruit, enriched with warm, rich spices and subtle woody nuances. Earthy notes of mushroom and dried flowers add complexity to its aromatic profile. On the palate it reveals a generous and polished texture, framed by fine, chalky tannins.

The Vineyards:

The majority of the grapes for this wine come from vineyards on medium, south-facing slopes, supplemented by plots from the northern slopes, all in the Upper-Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Just 4 to 8 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean, this appellation benefits from a cool, temperate climate. Southern ocean winds move through the valley during the summer, creating frequent sea fog and cloudy conditions that moderate temperatures and maintain acidity in the grapes.

Winemaking:

All grape parcels are fermented separately with native yeasts, using only pigeage (immersing the grape cake) for extraction, ensuring a delicate but thorough extraction. After fermentation, the wine remains on the skins for approximately 20-25 days for optimal structure. After pressing, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for 11 months in barriques from Burgundy.

FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send this to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page.