Storm Ignis Pinot Noir

‘As its name suggests, Ignis uses grapes from a 2.4-hectare, north-facing site on warmer decomposed granite soils. Pale, ethereal and very delicate for a 2022 red, it combines the Burgundian 113 and 115 clones to brilliant effect. Focused, energetic and tangy, with savoury tannins, pomegranate and wild strawberry flavours, nuanced and a real sense of energy, vibrancy and purpose. Incredibly long. 2024-32’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2023, 96/100

‘Grapes from a Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley vineyard planted in 2008 on granite. Alluring aromatics of red cherry, wild strawberry, fynbos and spice while the palate is light but detailed. An elegant vintage with zesty acidity and powdery tannins. Alc: 13.5%’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 96/100

‘Registered single-vineyard, as rest, all reflecting individual terroir; same cellar treatment, hand harvested, wild ferment, reds 11 months in barrel , only difference is portion new oak, here 33% Upper Hemel-en-Aarde’s decomposed granite gives minerality, an earthy note, but there’s fruit aplenty, red berries, oak a subtle savoury note, tannins harmonious. Exudes poise & refinement. Great ageability, as for 2021’ – Platter’s Guide, 5*(95/100)