South African & International Fine Wine

Live Auction, 14 September 2019

Session One

Sold for

ZAR 17 070
Lot 47
  • Cordoba; Crescendo; 2003; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 12 000 - 14 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 17 070
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About this Item

2003 Crescendo
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Crescendo was remarkable in that the wine was made in an austere, unapologetically tannic style, whilst the industry moved towards big plush reds.

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Classically oriented fine blend based on cabernet franc (proportions may vary). Quietly assertive 03 has 15% each cab s & merlot. Unusually early emergence of charm for this long developer: lovely berry fruits, cherries, minerality supported in harmonious whole by fine tannins, savoury acid, good oak (18 months new French), 13.9% alc. Delicate, fresh, exciting now, what a fine future too. Contrasting, bigger (14.5% alc) & less elegant 02 was muscularly gaunt & sulky at same stage, needing more time to reveal its best.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2006, 4.5*

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