2024 Iona Mr P Pinot Noir

Andrew Gunn founded Iona among some of the coolest vineyards in the Cape. Mr P, is a "Pinot for the people", showing all the characteristics of classic, high quality Pinot Noir at an affordable price, making use of younger vines and older barrels with careful and dedicated wine making.

At 420m above sea level, set high above the picturesque Elgin Valley overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The growing season is long, harvesting up to 2 months after Stellenbosch, which allows the creation of wines with complex flavours and a fresh, elegant style.  Pinot grapes come from Langrug, one of Iona's small farms in the Elgin Valley, with a unique terroir. Here diverse soils, fanned by cooling ocean breezes ensure perfect conditions for slow ripening. Grapes are hand harvested, de-stemmed and not crushed. 10% whole bunch fermented for complexity. The must is fermented in stainless steel tanks at 28’C with regular punch downs during fermentation. Once pressed off, the wine were racked to 2nd , 3rd and 4th fill French barrels; Matured for 11 months.

Tasting Note: Elegant, fresh cherry and red berry nose with smells of undergrowth. A pure palate with lovely texture and sweet cherry fruit dominates with spicy undertones. The wine is fresh and intense with real vibrancy.

Food match: Salmon, duck, roasted mushroom.