Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier Semillon Gris is a delightful South African wine presenting a fascinating blend of heritage and innovation. Crafted in the Swartland region, it exhibits a unique, slightly pink hue due to its skin contact. On the nose, expect an explosion of stone fruits and wild herbs that mingles with hints of floral undertones. A sip reveals a silkiness that harmoniously balances rich texture and crisp freshness. Its fine, savoury finish makes it an excellent pairing for seafood. With its flamboyant character and elegant refinement, the Tin Soldier Semillon Gris embodies an exciting twist on classic white wines.

Tasting Notes

The ‘Tin Soldier’ is deep copper in colour due to the partial skin fermentation. On the nose intense aromas of citrus peel and papaya combine with notes of spice, ginger, marzipan and buttered toast. The interplay between sweet and savoury aromas is a key point of interest in the ‘Tin Soldier’ and makes for a subtle and engaging wine. The palate is finely structured, with fresh acidity and full flavours of citrus, gooseberry and sesame seeds. It is dry and delicate, while at the same time showing a core of richness and depth.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of the bountiful South African winelands, Thorne & Daughters winery is a hidden gem that every wine connoisseur should visit. A family-run establishment, it boasts of an intimate, personalised approach to viticulture and wine production.

The winery's journey rooted in 2010, laid at the hands of wine enthusiasts John and Tasha Seccombe. This is a couple whose shared passion for nature’s nectar led them to break ground, quite literally, on their endeavour. Their wines spoke for themselves, garnering international acclaim early on, notably around their elegant white blends. However, their catalogue has since announced the birth of a selection of equally charismatic and noteworthy reds.

The scenic Thorne & Daughters vineyard perpetuates the mission for an authentic, pure experience: the reduction of mechanical interventions, the embrace of the natural yeast process, and conscientious grape and barrel selection. These principal a commitment to preserving the integrity and character of each vine and ultimately, every precious drop.

For John and Tasha, their connection with the land doesn't merely serve an agenda for the production of top-tier wines - it is home. This is reflected in their humble, unassuming headquarters: an old cellar in Stellenbosch. Verdant and serene, this area is not only exquisite, but it provides the ideal condition, for cultivating the variety of grapes that bring Thorne & Daughters’ wonderful selection of wines to life.

Visitors are welcomed to the heart of the winery for a taste of the Seccombe family’s signature blend. Their cordial, expert staff offer immersive vineyard tours and engaging tasting experiences. Here, every sip of wine is a history lesson in and of itself, a journey, a story. Visit and become part of Thorne & Daughters cherished community and rapport with nature.

Please note while their hospitality is deeply rooted in friendliness and a generous pouring hand. Appointments for tastings and tours, are recommended in advance.

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