Mr P Pinot Noir Iona 2024 vs Tabali Talud Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £20.99 | £20.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Mr P Pinot Noir | Tabali |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Pinot Noir | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Country | South Africa | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Mr P Pinot Noir Iona 2024
Iona Mr P Pinot Noir is a ‘Pinot for the people’ — expressive of classic cool-climate Pinot Noir, approachable and accessible, from one of the Cape's most exceptional vineyard sites. At 420 metres above sea level, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from the Elgin Valley, Andrew Gunn founded Iona in what is recognised as one of the coolest vineyard sites in the Cape. The long growing season — often extending two months later than Stellenbosch — allows grapes to ripen slowly, producing wines of elegance, freshness, and layered complexity. Bright, elegant, and vibrant with fresh cherry, wild red berries, forest floor, and spice. Why You'll Love It This is cool-climate South African Pinot Noir from Iona, one of the Cape's most prized vineyard sites. In South Africa, where true cool-climate vineyards are rare, Iona's position at 420 metres above sea level overlooking the Atlantic is exceptional. Farming is carried out with minimal intervention, guided by organic and biodynamic principles that prioritise soil health — with natural vineyard balance maintained by a resident flock of geese providing effective pest control. The grapes come from Langrug, one of Iona's small farms in the Elgin Valley, where diverse soils and cooling ocean breezes create ideal conditions for slow ripening. Mr P is crafted from younger vines and matured in older barrels — making it the accessible entry point to Iona's cool-climate Pinot Noir philosophy. Hand-harvested, de-stemmed but not crushed, with 10% whole-bunch fermentation adding complexity, then matured for 11 months in seasoned French oak (2nd, 3rd, and 4th fill). This is South African Pinot Noir with elegance, freshness, and genuine cool-climate character. Vineyard & Winemaking Produced by Iona from the Langrug farm in Elgin Valley, South Africa, at 420 metres above sea level. Farmed with minimal intervention guided by organic and biodynamic principles. Hand-harvested, de-stemmed but not crushed, with 10% whole-bunch fermentation. Fermented
Tabali Talud Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Tabalí Talud Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful, finely structured and intensely expressive red wine sourced from the Talud vineyard in the coastal Limarí Valley. Planted on ancient alluvial and limestone‑influenced soils, the vines benefit from cool Pacific breezes and a long growing season that allows the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining remarkable freshness. The result is a Cabernet of depth, purity and precision, combining ripe fruit concentration with a distinctive mineral edge that reflects this unique Chilean terroir. Meet the Producer Viña Tabalí is a pioneering family estate dedicated to showcasing the exceptional diversity of the Limarí Valley. Their Talud and Talinay vineyards, planted on rare limestone and ancient marine soils, have earned international acclaim for producing some of Chile’s most elegant, terroir‑driven wines. With a philosophy centred on sustainability, minimal intervention and meticulous vineyard work, Tabalí crafts wines of clarity, tension and authenticity. Production Grapes are hand‑harvested at optimal ripeness and sorted carefully before fermentation in temperature‑controlled tanks. Extraction is managed gently to build structure without sacrificing finesse. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, where it develops layers of spice, complexity and integration while preserving the purity of the fruit. This thoughtful approach results in a Cabernet Sauvignon that is both powerful and refined, with excellent ageing potential. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour, the wine opens with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite and subtle herbal notes. The palate is concentrated and beautifully balanced, offering ripe dark fruit, hints of tobacco and cocoa, and a fine mineral thread. Firm yet polished tannins provide structure, while fresh acidity carries the wine to a long, elegant and persistent finish. Food Match Ideal with grilled steak, roast lamb, venison, hearty stews, mature cheeses or richly flavoured vegetarian di
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