Alabaster 2009

Provenance

The late David Brice was a respected wine connoisseur, collector and co-founder of Brice and Burnett – The Fine Wine Specialists (formerly Wine Cellar). His lifelong passion for wine from all corners of the world wine, and generosity, helped develop a culture of fine wine in South Africa and beyond. Always with value and authenticity in mind, the collection spans a wide range of styles from leading producers and diverse regions. The wines were professionally imported under refrigeration and carefully stored at Brice and Burnett (formerly Wine Cellar) thereafter. Many of the producers are not available in South Africa and provide an excellent buying opportunity.

For more detailed information on the lots, please feel free to contact Roland Peens (roland@briceandburnett.co.za). Roland spent many years sharing and enjoying these wines with David Brice and is happy to provide further insight into the collection.

Critics Ratings

“Blackcurrant, oak spice, milk chocolate, clove and cinnamon. Much more interesting than the 2012, perhaps thanks to the bottle age, though it seems fundamentally more nuanced to me.” - Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17.5/20 (Nov 2014)

“Blackberry, blueberry, smoke, licorice, clove and mineral notes are harmonious and complex in this rich, smooth red. It has plenty of structure, but remains seamless through the long, toasty finish. Beautiful modern-style character.” - Thomas Matthews, Wine Spectator, 95/100 (May 2012)

“(200% new oak): Opaque purple. Hypnotic aromas of dark fruit preserves, incense, spicecake and smoky oak. Lush, palate-staining boysenberry and cherry-vanilla flavors reach every corner of the palate, with juicy acidity providing lift. Very rich but impressively vibrant wine with superb finishing thrust and chewy persistence. Offers a striking balance of power and energy.” - Josh Raynolds, Vinous, 94+/100 (Nov 2011)