A pale straw gold. Lovely ripe plum and warm spice. Full-bodied with firm, ripe tannins. A benchmark for the region.
Wines Ionescu Franschhoek
Wines Ionescu · White · 2019
Expert Tasting Note
Margaux Laurent Senior Wine Critic
“Brilliant pale lemon; hints of oak, vanilla and tobacco, elegant, fresh and persistent.”
Community Reviews (15)
Lovely hints of oak, vanilla and tobacco. Crisp acidity and a clean mid-palate. Punches well above its weight.
Inky violet core. Lovely notes of cherry and dried herbs. Bright and zesty with a saline edge. The finish is long and savoury. Excellent with roast lamb and herbs. A benchmark for the region.
Lovely aromas of black fruit and cedar. Bright and zesty with a saline edge. A serious wine that rewards patience.
Deep ruby in the glass. Lovely fresh-cut grass and gooseberry. Elegant, fresh and persistent. Punches well above its weight.
Lovely ripe plum and warm spice. Crisp acidity and a clean mid-palate. Outstanding value for the price.
Inky violet core. Lovely lifted red berries and violet. Crisp acidity and a clean mid-palate. A benchmark for the region.
Lovely fresh-cut grass and gooseberry. Silky texture and great length. A solid, dependable choice.
Crystalline pale gold. Lovely ripe plum and warm spice. Concentrated fruit balanced by fine tannin. Crowd-pleasing and food-friendly.
Bright garnet with brick edges. Lovely scents of stone fruit and honey. Bright and zesty with a saline edge. The finish is long and savoury. Perfect for a festive aperitif. Will happily buy again.
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