Discover the dramatic intensity of the cool-climate Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge with the magnificent Storm Wines Ridge Pinot Noir 2024. This vintage-specific red wine showcases the distinct character of its high-elevation site. The grapes grow on a cool, eastern slope situated at 330 meters above sea level. Low-vigour, stony, clay-rich Bokkeveld shale soils force the vines to struggle. This natural terroir shapes a Pinot Noir of impressive muscle, profound structure, and deep concentration.
- 98/100 – Christian Eedes (Winemag.co.za): “The palate shows great fruit definition with propulsive acidity and nicely grippy tannins. Structured yet not severe and just glorious to drink.”
- 96/100 – Tim Atkin MW (South Africa Special Report 2025): “The most backward of the three in 2024… a racy, mineral-etched red with sinewy tannins, spicy 25% new oak, cranberry, rhubarb and raspberry fruit and impressive underlying concentration.”
The 2024 growing season yielded a highly structured, wonderfully expressive wine with fantastic aging potential. The expressive nose opens with enticing aromas of red and black cherry, cassis, floral perfume, fynbos, and exotic spices. On the palate, Storm Wines Ridge Pinot Noir 2024 reveals exceptional fruit definition wrapped in energetic, propulsive acidity and nicely grippy tannins. This is the most backward and tightly coiled of Hannes Storm’s three iconic single-site releases this year, presenting a racy, mineral-etched profile. It finishes incredibly long with an intense, savory persistence.