2018 - Columella, The Sadie Family, Swartland

Country: South Africa |
Region: Coastal Region |
Appellation: Swartland |
Producer: The Sadie Family |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13.5% |

Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 01 Apr 21
The 2018 Columella was 50% destemmed, spent six weeks on the skins and was matured with 10% new oak. It has a very precise and extremely focused bouquet of blackberry and bilberry fruit, crushed stone and wilted rose petals, conveying wonderful energy and elegance. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity, plenty of red fruit tinged with dried orange peel, cedar and hints of espresso, and a very persistent, structured finish that leaves black pepper on the aftertaste.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2042