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Matthew van Heerden Pinot Noir 2022 – Hemel en Aarde Ridge
R497.00
A refined expression of South Africa’s cool-climate Pinot Noir, crafted with elegance and finesse.
Sourced from a single vineyard on the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, this Pinot Noir is shaped by its cool coastal proximity and stony, clay-rich Bokkeveld shale soils. Nestled behind the seaside town of Hermanus and overlooking the South Atlantic, the vineyard enjoys a gentle maritime influence, resulting in slow ripening, fruit purity, and a naturally elegant structure.
Grapes are hand-harvested in the early morning to protect the fruit and preserve natural freshness. Pre-sorting takes place in the vineyard, followed by meticulous hand selection in the cellar. 100% whole-berry fermentation in small open-top fermenters ensures gentle extraction and the preservation of vibrant aromatics and silky, well-integrated tannins.
Fermented using wild yeasts, the wine undergoes 24 months of ageing in a combination of new and second-fill Burgundian oak barrels, adding subtle layers of complexity while maintaining the integrity of the fruit.
This Pinot Noir bursts with bright cherry and floral perfumed fruit notes, hints of earth and spice adding complexity. Firm tannins support the wine’s fresh, fruit-forward character, while a lingering salinity teases the taste buds.
ANALYSIS Alc: 13% | RS: 1.8 g/L | TA: 5.66 g/L | pH: 3.4
Description
Note from Matthew and Monique:
We strive to reflect the proud heritage of our wine industry and country’s true warmth in hospitality.
My childhood spent growing up on a farm in the Southern Drakensberg in KwaZulu-Natal and Cape Winelands stimulated my eighth generation farming interest in viticulture and winemaking.
After 15 vintages working with exceptional vineyard sites, I’m fulfilling my goal of reflecting South Africa’s
unique vineyard sites in limited quantities of naturally hand crafted wines.
Growing up on a wine estate in Stellenbosch Monique developed a natural affinity for hospitality and wine.
Her experience of over a decade in the industry supports our passion to combine wine,
food and true Cape Winelands hospitality.
We hope you enjoy our passion for what we love doing.
Kind regards, Matthew and Monique.
Additional Information
| Producer | Matthew van Heerden |
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