Damascene W.O. Franschhoek Sémillon 2023 Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Franschhoek
R535
‘85% Semillon, 15% Semillon Gris. Grapes from two Franschhoek vineyards, one planted in 1942 and the other in 1962. Elusive aromatics of hay and a touch of fennel before citrus, peach and nectarine. Broad but not listless – pleasing weight and texture, soft but sufficient acidity, the finish gently savoury. Makes for especially satisfying drinking. Alc: 13.41%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 95/100
‘Hailing from vines planted in 1942 and 1962, the 2023 Sémillon Franschhoek suffered some sunburn that had to be sorted out, so there is less quantity this year. Matured for 11 months in oval Austrian vats with zero malo (like the previous vintage), this expresses the variety with style—very well defined and quite mineral-driven. The palate is precise with a silver bead of acidity. A touch of white pepper and wilted white flowers gradually builds toward a lively and harmonious finish, leaving behind a hint of chai. Excellent. 2025-2038’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 93/100
‘Hailing from vines planted in 1942 and 1962, the 2023 Sémillon Franschhoek suffered some sunburn that had to be sorted out, so there is less quantity this year. Matured for 11 months in oval Austrian vats with zero malo (like the previous vintage), this expresses the variety with style—very well defined and quite mineral-driven. The palate is precise with a silver bead of acidity. A touch of white pepper and wilted white flowers gradually builds toward a lively and harmonious finish, leaving behind a hint of chai. Excellent. 2025-2038’ – Neal Martin, Vinous, 93/100
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Jean Smit |
| Alcohol | 13.41% |
| Body | Medium to full-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Sémillon |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Sémillon |
| Rating | CE 95 |
| Technical analysis | RS: 2.4 g/L | TA: 5.5 g/L | PH: 3.32 |
| Producer information | Previously the winemaker at Boekenhoutskloof, Jean Smit has partnered with Canadian-born David Curl, the former owner of Château Gaby in Bordeaux, and South African-born Genevieve Hamilton-Brown to create the Damascene label. Jean Smit is a rising star in SA winemaking and certainly a winemaker to watch. They seek out unique vineyards and sites across the Western Cape winelands and have created an exciting, pitch-perfect set of wines which are placed amongst the finest in SA. |
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