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Alheit Vineyards - Magnetic North Mountain Makstok 2020

Alheit Vineyards - Magnetic North Mountain Makstok 2020

92+/100

Robert Parker

(2018 Vintage Notes)
South Africa
Chenin
long finale

Even though it is still young, Magnetic North Mountain Makstok reveals an impressive bouquet of grapefruit, honeysuckle, and pear. The ungrafted Chenin vines produce a wine with very fine tannins and beautiful acidity. The finish is extraordinarily long. What a delight!

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Estate

Alheit Vineyards

Vintage

Magnetic North Mountain Makstok

Vintage

2020

Designation

Citrusdal Mountain

Region

South Africa

Grape varieties

100% Chenin Blanc

Terroirs

Red sandy soils over red clay and red gravel (Skurfberg)

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

Fermentation without added yeast

Alcohol content

13.5%

Nose

Aromas of grapefruit, honeysuckle, and pear

Palate

Well-structured with very fine tannins and superb acidity, with a long, lingering finish

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2031

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

It pairs perfectly with Pastis-roasted sea bass, ginger-sautéed scallops, or sole fillet with asparagus...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated wine (2021 guide) 92+/100 (2018 vintage) (An outstanding wine)

Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator

Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Tim Atkin

Tim Atkin

Rated winery (2020 guide) Recommended

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