Beaumont Walker Bay Mourvedre 2008 90 Points

Beaumont Walker Bay Mourvedre 2008 90 Points


Beaumont was the first winery in South Africa to produce and bottle a pure Mourvedre with the maiden vintage in 1999.

From low yielding vineyard planted / established around 1997.

Clay / shale duplex soil is the predominant factor / terroir, in what is considered South Africa most consistent and benchmark Mourvedre pioneer.

2008, exudes fine elegance and restraint, certainly less ripe and extracted, than in previous vintages, a proof of synergy between the Sebastian Beaumont the winemaker/owner with his vines and site, as well the maturity of the vines.

Impressive purity, delicacy and freshness with bright dark red fruits such as mulberries, blackberries in a core plum note with slight toastiness, subtle oaking lends charm and complexity, the tannic structure is unmistakable of all previous vintages.

Served at 14 degrees celsius, with some aerating, pairs perfectly with Peking Duck, Hoisin Sauce, Spring onions, cucumber stick and thin pancakes, one of my most memorable match to date.

Will also work with other style of roasted duck such as glaze with soy sauce and ginger.

From experience of previous vintages of Beaumont Mourvedre evolution, if cellared under the optimum condition, 2008 have the structure to last up to 12 years from vintage, now until 2020