The Sadie Family - WO Swartland - Rotsbank - Chenin Blanc - Blanc - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 white Swartland Rotsbank Chenin is a brand-new cuvée that captivates with its pronounced minerality, hints of candied lemon, and distinctive character. Born from a rocky terroir with shallow soils, it exudes an instinctive saline dimension and delightful tension. This white wine boasts remarkable verticality and a cerebral freshness, culminating in an endless finish. With limited quantities produced, it's a must-have before it's gone! Rated 97/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested. Whole-bunch pressing, then transfer of juice to old foudres before fermentation. Aged for 12 months in foudres.

Color:

Bright, clear gold.

Nose:

Fine citrus and white flower aromas underlined by a saline background.

Palate:

Complex and expressive, the attack on the palate is incredibly fresh and lively, with a lingering finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled or roasted white meats, baked fish.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

The Sadie Family unquestionably produces the finest wines in South Africa. Praised by critics and highly sought after by enthusiasts, the domain, led by Eben Sadie, stands as one of the glories of the southern hemisphere's vineyards. Its influence extends far beyond this part of the globe, with wine lovers from around the world seeking out its wines.

This prestigious offer provides an opportunity to discover the meticulous work and stylistic brilliance of the Sadie siblings. Old vines, controlled alcohol levels, low yields, finesse, depth: the wines remain faithful to European philosophy and encompass a wide range of grape varieties, both white and red. However, Eben Sadie's international experience allows him to express his vision on a renewed and effective playing field. Sourcing from 48 biodynamically managed parcels spread over 43 hectares, with soils ranging from granite to sand, sandstone, and limestone, his precise and thoughtful choices elevate the wines of this estate to the pinnacle of global viticulture.