Crystallum Wines, Newton Johnson Vineyards and Storm Wines
Live Virtual Auction, 3 April 2022
Session 1
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About this Item
Based in the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, it is a family affair at Newton Johnson. Started by Cape Wine Master, Dave and his wife, Felicity, sons Bevan and Gordon took over the reins in the mid-2000s, joined today by Gordon’s wife Nadia. Today Newton Johnson is world-famous for their fine Chardonnays and Pinot Noir. Along with multiple accolades, the Pinot Noir has one of the longest consecutive Platter 5 Stars in history.
The wines of the Family Vineyards are the select combination of vineyard parcels that make the best, most distinct and intriguing wines that represent the farm. The Pinot Noir is the embodiment of the most definitive and consistent vineyard sites on the estate. Over the years every aspect of these vineyards has been detailed and fine-tuned in order to present their individual character and the relationship with the farm.
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‘Maintains a uniquely remarkable record of five star ratings - it’s never failed. If Mrs M needs some muscle and Windansea some finesse, and Block 6 perhaps a brush of both, the masterly 2015 blend transcends the three sites in triumph! Pure fruit integrated with succulent acidity, understated tannins and sensitive oaking in an elegant composition. Powerful yet demure.’ - Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2017, 5*
‘A combination of Windansea (50%), Mrs M (30%) and Block 6 (20%), this is always more than the sum of its parts, a brilliant expression of the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Floral, complex and well balanced, with some clover spice from 20% whole bunches, sweet red berry fruit and a long, savoury, complex finish.’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2016, 96/100
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