Lukas Van Loggerenberg

Geronimo, Cinsault, 2022

Name: Geronimo, Cinsault
Brand: Lukas Van Loggerenberg
Price: 159.94 GBP

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2022
75cl
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£26.65
2022
6x75cl
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£159.94

Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

Geronimo 2022 has a pliant, up front silky perfumed sweetness with a little more weight to it than in previous years. Fermented with 35-40% whole bunches, notes of crushed cranberries, raspberry and plums jostle around with Lukas’ recognisably curt tannins and breezy acidity. The warmer vintage led to a 25% reduction in quantity but proximity to the ocean (the closest of any Cinsault in Stellenbosch) allows for a longer hang time and a less savoury profile than Cinsaults produced in other regions. Planted 1968.

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We have created a system where every case is independent, thereby ensuring a trail of ownership and peace of mind for every customer.

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Critic Reviews

90/100

Neal Martin,

Vinous

The 2022 Geronimo is pure Cinsault matured in 3rd and 4th fill 500-liter French oak barrels. The showy and high-toned bouquet has potent peppermint aromas that you will either love or hate. That said, it does ebb with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with orange rind and spearmint, the 40% stems imparting a light pepperiness towards the finish. Maybe earlier-drinking than other cuvées this year, but still well crafted and distinctive.

drinking window 2024 - 2036

date of review 11/2023

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Specifications

Country:

South Africa

Region:

Stellenbosch

Appellation:

Stellenbosch

Producer:

Lukas Van Loggerenberg

style:

Red Wine

Grape Variety:

Cinsault

abv:

13%

allergen information

This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.