| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | South Africa |
| Colour | White |
| Type | Still |
The 2024 The Agnes is whole bunch pressed and aged for ten months with no new oak. Slightly deeper in colour than other cuvées, it has a perfumed nose with yellow plum and light jasmine scents and a hint of orange pith in the background. The palate is well balanced with a lovely waxy texture. Quite Swartland in style, though it comes from Overberg, Hemel-en-Aarde and Ceres sourced fruit. Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Grapes from seven different sites planted variously across Shaw’s Mountain (Overberg), Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, Ceres Plateau and Piekenierskloof. Matured in foudre and predominantly older oak. Lemon and orange to the fore on the nose. The palate shows pure fruit – clean, vital, and finishing with a pleasing pithiness. Not especially complex yet shows some weight and is thoroughly delicious. Alc: 13.4%.
