Whole Bunch Wines Guide to Thorne and Daughters
It's the Whole Bunch Wines Guide to Thorne and Daughters. They're a relatively new producer who began producing wine in 2012. However, they do it as well as anyone!
Let us take you on through a brief history of Thorne and Daughters, as well as some of their wines which can be purchased at Whole Bunch Wines!
The History of Thorne and Daughters
As we mentioned Thorne and Daughters was founded in 2012. Since 2012, they've had the express goal of creating wines which are vinified as naturally as possible and authentically represent the Western Cape. They are key figures in South Africa’s ‘New Wave’ wine movement and work with innovative winemakers across South Africa.
While they may be considered part of the 'New Wave', the history and traditions of South African wine are very close to their heart. They draw on that history, putting new grape varieties into old vineyard parcels. They simply look to add modern edges and flair to the classic and much beloved South African wines which we all know.
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The Vines and Wines of Thorne and Daughters
Thorne and Daughters are largely known for Cape White Blends which are primarily sourced from 15 growers across the Bot River, Stellenbosch, Voor Paardeberg, Overberg, Franschoek and Swartland regions of South Africa. However, they've also garnered some real acclaim for their single-varietal Pinot Noir in the cooler are of Hemel-en-Aarde.
The wine-making approach is relatively simple. Wines are fermented using indigenous yeast, in either stainless steel or old French oak barrels. White wines will often stay on the lees until blending which adds texture. Red wines are gently extracted and often vinified using whole bunches, (and you know WE love whole bunch wines).
In short, the goal is a low intervention philosophy which means that the winemakers take a somewhat more hands-off approach. They respect the land and try to make a smaller imprint on the land in which the grapes are grown to promote both sustainability and longevity.
What Do We Stock...
Whole Bunch Wines is proud to stock a few different examples of Thorne and Daughters wines. If you love excellent South African wine, then keep reading for some delicious tipples.
Thorne and Daughters Copper Pot Pinot Noir [£36]
- A truly Burgundian expression of Pinot Noir from the Western Cape of South Africa. It is packed full of red fruits, but it also has these wonderful notes of blood orange, pomegranate, dried herbs and cedar. Read More
Thorne & Daughters Wanderer's Heart [£36]
- An absolutely unbelievable GSM blend, which is filled to the brim with intense black fruit flavours, as well as this remarkable softness that just coats the palate. A luxurious wine. Read More
Thorne & Daughters Tin Soldier Semillon Gris [£40]
- This is a truly unique wine that maintains the fresh, bone-dry character of Semillon, but it also has this undeniable nutty edge which serves as a real point of difference. This wine was made for pairing with harder cheeses. Read More
Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse Cape White Blend [£37]
- A true white blend which mixes five different grape varieties together. Each serves to bring balance and complexity to this absolutely exceptional white wine that is packed with notes of tropical fruits, yellow flowers, honey and ginger. Read More
Don't Miss Out!
Make sure to check out our wine tastings and monthly wine club, if you want to try great wines like the ones mentioned in this blog post. Links below:
- Manchester Wine Tastings & Events
- Sauce Subscription (Monthly Wine Club)