Private Seller Auction | Iconic South African Collection and benchmark 2010 Bordeaux
Timed Online Auction, 30 April - 12 May 2025
South Africa - White
About the SessionA carefully curated selection of fine wines that have been impeccably stored.
About this Item
The 35-year-old, low yielding bush vines situated on the south facing slopes of the Bloemendal Estate produce this remarkable grape, cooled by the cold air of the Atlantic Ocean. This wine shows distinct fynbos, herbs and chalk characteristics and flavours of asparagus, lime and gooseberries.
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Critics Ratings
'These contoured, south- and south-west facing vineyards consistently produce one of my favourite Cape Sauvignon Blancs. Expertly wooded, with zesty acidity, a creamy mid-palate and grapefruit and smoked lemon flavours, it's like a top Pessac-Léognan at a very affordable price. 2016-2020.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2016, 95/100
'The nose shows blackcurrant, peach, green apple, fynbos and fresh herbs. The palate meanwhile is characterized by an exceptionally good core of fruit and lively acidity before a piquant finish. The wine moves very well in the mouth, being intensely flavoured but not too thick textured. This will reward cellaring - the 2013 which was available for tasting at the launch has really come on by virtue of time in bottle and the 2015 looks set to go a long, long time.' - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 93/100 (Mar 2017)
'Off windswept southerly terrace, has gripping intensity, fantastic concentration. Superbly balanced, both weight and agility carrying heady blackcurrant, lemongrass features with endless length. Older French oak matured. Will reward cellaring.' - 2017 Platter's Wine Guide, 5*
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