The Sadie Family - WO Swartland - Palladius - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

Composed of a wide variety of grape varieties, the 2021 white Swartland Palladius immediately impresses, right from the first sniff. Expansive and with great depth, it unfolds beautiful aromas of melon, lemon, and pastry cream. Fantastic balance and freshness characterize it, offering maximum tension combined with very nice bitterness that stretches the palate, all supported by very enjoyable aging notes. An ultra-complex white wine with a never-ending finish of lemongrass and white flowers. Dazzlingly beautiful! Rated 99/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Harvested by hand. Fermentation in amphorae, concrete vats and foudres. Aged for 24 months on lees in amphorae, ovoid concrete vats and foudres.

Color:

Bright, light yellow with golden highlights.

Nose:

Subtle wax aromas underscored by notes of lemon custard and a floral hint.

Palate:

Complex, with fresh citrus flavors and a long, persistent structure marked by moderate acidity and fine balance.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Snacked scallops, seafood risotto, lake and river fish, poultry papillote and citrus confit vegetables.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

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.