COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Semillon Gris
PRODUCER
Thorne & Daughters
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier 2022 is a white wine from the Swartland region of the Western Cape, South Africa, made from 100% Semillon Gris. This grape variety holds historical significance in South African viticulture. The producer, Thorne & Daughters, founded by John and Tasha Thorne-Seccombe, is known for its 'New Wave' approach, sourcing grapes from various growers and employing minimal intervention winemaking. The philosophy centers on finding a harmonious connection between people, place, soil, and vines. The Tin Soldier name alludes to Semillon's foundational role in the region's wine history. The grapes for this vintage were grown on decomposed granite and clay soils on the Paardeberg mountain.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Semillon Gris is a grape variety nearly unique to South Africa.
Fact 02
The wine's name, 'Tin Soldier,' references Semillon's historical role as a foundational grape in South Africa.
Fact 03
The vineyard was established from cuttings taken from an adjacent Semillon vineyard planted in 1964.
Fact 04
The wine is a skin-fermented white, often referred to as 'orange wine'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier 2022 is produced from 100% Semillon Gris grapes sourced from a single vineyard in Swartland. Approximately 45-55% of the grapes undergo skin fermentation for 7-10 days with natural yeasts, while the remainder are directly pressed. This process contributes to the wine's color and texture. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 9 months in neutral French oak barrels. The producer's approach emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing indigenous yeasts and organic farming practices where possible.
