Hogan Mirror for the Sun Cabernet Franc 2024
- Hogan Wines
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Franc
- John Platter: 4.5 Stars / 93 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 95 Points
€35.00*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Information about "Hogan Mirror for the Sun Cabernet Franc 2024"
The Hogan Mirror for the Sun Cabernet Franc captivates with an alluring aroma of rose petals, violets, and Mediterranean herbs. This enticing bouquet is enriched by ripe red currants, blueberries, delicate Fynbos notes, tea, and a subtle touch of graphite. On the palate, the wine is distinctly framed and harmonious, featuring radiant acidity, elegant fruit richness, and silky, powdery tannins. Its structure is precise, complemented by a refreshing, direct style.
In the glass, it shines in vibrant ruby red, revealing a ripe, spicy fruit character reminiscent of the lively styles of the Loire region. This fresh, medium-bodied wine exhibits finesse and complexity, making it perfect for lunch gatherings, while also promising potential for aging in the years ahead.
The Cabernet Franc grapes are sourced from 15-year-old, trellised vines in the lower Helderberg on granite-rich soils. Located just 2 km from the coast, the maritime influence is particularly advantageous during the hot months of February and March in Stellenbosch. Leaf thinning in the fruit zone (in November/December) is crucial to allow sufficient sunlight on the grapes and prevent green, vegetal aromas. The grapes were hand-selected and destemmed (no whole cluster fermentation). Fermentation took place spontaneously in open fermentation vessels, with gentle handling – just two manual punchdowns per day. The wine matured for nine months in older 225-liter French oak barrels.
| Main grape varietal: | Cabernet Franc |
|---|---|
| Wine region: | Stellenbosch |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| ratings: | John Platter 4.5 Sterne, Tim Atkin 95/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | mono varietal |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2024 |
| wine style: | dry |
| wine type: | red wine |
- John Platter: 4.5 Stars / 93 Points
- Tim Atkin 2025: 95 Points
- 2023 Vintage - John Platter: 5 Stars
- 2023 Vintage - Tim Atkin 2024: 95 Points
- 2023 Vintage - Winemag 2024: 92 Points
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Curry Premium Wines oHG, D-86938 Schondorf |
| Grape varietals | Cabernet Franc |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2030 |
| Winemaker | Jocelyn Hogan Wilson |
| Ingredients | Trauben, Konservierungsmittel (Sulfite) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal / 332 kj |
| Carbs | 1.2 |
| Nutrition allergens | Enthält Sulfite |
| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 13.5 |
|---|---|
| Residual sugar [g/l] | 1.08 |
| pH-value | 3.4 |
| Acid content [g/l] | 5.8 |