Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier Semillon Gris

The ‘Tin Soldier’ is deep yellow with copper reflections. On the nose are distinct aromas of tea leaves, yellow peach and grapefruit. The palate is rich, textured and creamy; the finish is long with notes of spiced apple, ginger and a refreshing salinity.

The Semillon Gris grapes for the ‘Tin Soldier’ are sourced from a single vineyard in the “Siebritskloof” (Siebret's Valley) on Swartland’s Paardeberg mountain. The vineyard was planted with cuttings of Semillon Gris taken from the old bush vine vineyard where the Semillon for the ‘Paper Kite’ comes from and is believed to be the only 100% Semillon Gris vineyard in South Africa. The soils are granitic sand and the seven-year-old vines are trellised.

Vintage: 2021

Grape: Semillon

Alc:12.5%

Food Match: Most cheeses, creamy dishes

Style: Rich and luscious

Awards: 94 points Tim Atkin

📍 Western cape / bot river