Inaugural Fine Wine

Live Auction, 8 June 2019

Session 1

Sold for

ZAR 10 242
Lot 146
  • Alto; Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum; 2009; 6 (1 x 6); 1500ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 6 000 - 8 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 10 242

About this Item

2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum
6 (1 x 6) 1500ml

The Iconic Helderberg property has title deeds back to 1693. Hennie and son Manie Malan recognized the property’s unique terroir for crafting full-bodied red wines early on, but it was Piet du Toit in 1959 that put Alto on top. Heritage and tradition married with evolution and innovation are the hallmarks of this estate situated in the golden triangle of Stellenbosch. Only five winemakers have crafted wines at Alto over eight decades.

The benchmark 2009 competes with 2015 as the best Cabernets produced by Alto remaining true to their classic styling. Bottled in magnum, the 2009 will age well for another decade or more.

Provenance

Bergkelder

Critics Ratings

Dense, powerful and rich. Layered palate ends dry and focused.’  Roland Peens 2019, 94/100

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