Burgundy and Champagne
Timed Online Auction, 28 August - 9 September 2024
Burgundy - Red
About the SessionBurgundy, a region steeped in history with vineyards tracing their origins back to medieval times, boasts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir varieties that have gained worldwide recognition as the epitome of quality.
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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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Critics Ratings
‘A selection of the farm’s sites, each contributing to the final blend. Remarkable 5-star track record, last was 2015 (5 stars, 95 pts). 2016 minisculely less fine; red berries and graphite with forest floor nuances, perfect fruit/oak balance. Sleekly powerful, admirable poise, assurance.’ -Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5* (94/100)
‘Made up of mostly Windansea, with 25% each of Seadragon and Mrs M, this “expresses all of the soils of the farm”, according to Gordon Newton Johnson, and is a superb Pinot. Leafy, complex and spicy, with evident whole bunch flavours, fine tannins and a sweet finish. 2018-28.’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2017, 95/100
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