2016 Paper Kite Semillon, Thorne & Daughters, Western Cape

2016 Paper Kite Semillon, Thorne & Daughters, Western Cape

There's only a tiny amount this year, and that's thanks to John tapping into a few new vineyards. This Semillon is taut and impressive, with a smoky character and a waxy finish. Impressive.

Critic score
96/100 info

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    South Africa
  • Grape
    Semillon
    Semillon Gris
  • Maturity
    Ready 2018 - 2030info
  • Colour
    White
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    13%

Tasting notes

John Seccombe’s world class Semillon comes from two vineyards: La Colline in Franschhoek and a 53-year-old block in the Swartland. Honeysuckle and beeswax aromas segue into a textured, spicy, leesy palate sustained by acidity. The oak is the faintest whisper here.

Tim Atkin MW, timatkin.com (October 2017)
96/100

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