2014 Vintage
Timed Online Auction, 1 - 11 March 2024
2014 Vintage
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About this Item
Nestled between majestic mountains on the Helshoogte pass, Delaire was established by John and Erica Platter in the early 1980s and is now one of the jewels in the Cape Winelands. Current owner, luxury brand mogul, Laurence Graff, has transformed the 'vineyards in the clouds' into a Cape art, hospitality and wine destination bar none. Under the auspice of winemaker Morne Vrey, Delaire Graff has amassed a host of awards and is listed as a ‘first growth’ producer by Tim Atkin MW.
Used as a lookout point for ships entering Table Bay harbour, the crest of this pass lay upon the slopes of the crucial peak named Botmaskop upon which Delaire Graff Estate is now nestled. Since the very first vintage in 1998, the Botmaskop has won numerous awards locally and internationally.
Critics Ratings
‘Perennially over-achieving 5-way Bordeaux-style blend, 2014 is complex & full bodied, totally focused & distinctive. Dense black fruit core wrapped in velvety tannins, plump & round, weighty & bold, with elegantly lengthy finish. Like 2013 (5 stars, 96 pts), one for the long term.’ - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2017, 4.5*
‘Bright, saturated dark red. Aromas of cassis, graphite, licorice and menthol are lifted by some peppery herbal high notes. At once fine-grained and juicy, offering flavors similar to the aromas. Nicely sweet wine but with the acidity and restraint - not to mention the flavor depth - to reward aging. Finishes firmly tannic, even a bit tight, with a spicy element.’ – Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 91/100 (Mar 2017)
‘This is defined by a ripe but very fresh core of red currant, plum and raspberry coulis flavors supported by polished structure and backed by a light savory echo for nuance on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2019.’ – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
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