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Sadie Family - Swartland Columella 2022

Sadie Family - Swartland Columella 2022

98/100

James Suckling

97/100

Vinous

South Africa
great finale
silky tannins
beef tenderloin
flagship vintage

"Incredibly complex and fantastic according to James Suckling, taste the best of South Africa: extremely limited stock!"

Deep and seductive aromas of violet, green tea, coffee beans, orange, blackberry, peach pit, and smoked paprika burst from the glass. The wine is consistent, layered, and incredibly complex, with medium body and polished, elegant tannins. It has beautiful fruit brightness and floral sweetness on the mid-palate. It is concentrated on the finish. Fantastic. Try after 2026." (James Suckling 2024)

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Sadie Family

Vintage

Columella

Vintage

2022

Designation

Swartland

Region

South Africa

Grape varieties

Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsaut et Tinta Barocca

Terroirs

Decomposed granite, slate, and gravel soils; vineyards in Paardeberg, Kasteelbarg, Malmesbury, and Piquetberg; plots of old vines; altitude ranging from 200 to 1,000 meters; warm Mediterranean climate

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape harvest

Manuals

Wine making

Fermentation in 3,300-liter open concrete vats with indigenous yeasts for three weeks, followed by three weeks of post-fermentation maceration before transfer to barrels.

Livestock farming

Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (5% new) then 12 months in casks, unfiltered and unfined.

Alcohol content

13,2%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Ruby red color, intense and brilliant

Nose

Floral scents, notes of bright fresh fruit, oriental spices, violet, and deeper earthy nuances

Mouth

Fresh and compact attack, silky and perfectly balanced tannins, long and flavorful finish, complexified by floral and spicy nuances.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink from

2024

Drink before

2048

Production

9,487 bottles

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with grilled beef tenderloin, lamb tagine, Fourme d'Ambert cheese...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2024 guide) 97/100

About wine:

Columella 2022 has the lowest alcohol content ever bottled for this cuvée, at 13.2%. It is a blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault, and Tinta Barocca. This wine takes time to open up on the nose and is initially quite introspective, slowly unfolding aromas of potpourri, undergrowth, and wild red berries. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins. Symmetry and concentration are definitely present—a Columella that is much "fresher" than older vintages, with a savory finish that invites you to come back for another sip. Eben Sadie said he would finish the rest of the bottle the night after my tasting... I understand why. 2026-2048

James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2024 guide) 98/100

About wine:

Deep, seductive aromas of violet, green tea, coffee beans, orange, blackberry, peach pit, and smoked paprika burst from the glass. The wine is seamless, layered, and incredibly complex, with medium body and polished, elegant tannins. It has beautiful fruit brightness and floral sweetness on the mid-palate. It is concentrated on the finish. Fantastic. Try after 2026.

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