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Sadie Family - Swartland Palladius 2022

South Africa

White

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97/100

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97/100

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"Made from a blend of 11 grape varieties from 17 Swartland vineyards, the rave reviews for this cuvée deem it even better than the 2021 vintage!"

"This is a white wine of impressive complexity and richness, the fruit of a blend of 11 grape varieties from 17 Swartland vineyards. Aromas of red fruit, sliced pear, green papaya, flint, grapefruit and hazelnut are all present, followed by a full-bodied palate with a caressing, supple texture. Seamless, it evolves towards spice after a while. Even better than 2021? To be enjoyed after 2025. (James Suckling 2024)

Features

Estate

Sadie Family

Cuvée

Palladius

Vintage

2022

Designation

Swartland

Region

South Africa

Grape varieties

Chenin Blanc, Clairette Blanche, Colombard, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Palomino, Roussanne, Sémillon Blanc, Sémillon Gris, Verdelho, Viognier

Terroirs

Soils of decomposed granite, sand and sandstone, vines planted between 1900 and 2000, from 17 vineyards around Paardeberg, Piketberg and Santa Helena Bay, 200 to 1000 meters altitude, warm Mediterranean climate.

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Harvest

Manual

Winemaking

Whole-bunch pressing for 2/3 hours, fermentation in amphorae and ovoid concrete vats.

Breeding

12 months on lees (same containers as during fermentation), then 12 months in tuns, unfined and unfiltered.

Alcohol content

13,5%

Organic

Yes

Tasting & pairing

Eye

Light yellow with golden highlights, shiny disk

Nose

Shy at first, then after aeration: irresistible scents of green apple, citrus, fresh ginger, stone fruit, enhanced by subtle mineral nuances.

Mouth

Fresh, saline attack, well-balanced on a harmonious acid framework, aromas in line with the nose, long, elegant finish, ending on a mineral note.

Serve

AT 12-14°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink from

2024

Drink before

2050

Production

8,851 bottles

Food and wine pairing

Food and wine pairing

Enjoy with scallop salad, grilled cod, ewe's milk cheese...

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Expert opinion

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

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

Vinous A. Galloni

Vinous A. Galloni

Wine rated (guide 2024) 97/100

About the wine:

Palladius 2022 is a blend of chenin blanc, grenache blanc, marsanne, roussanne, sémillon blanc and gris, palomino, verdelho, colombard, clairette blanche and viognier from several sites. Eben Sadie says this is the wine he wanted to make. The nose is delicious, with notes of wax resin, linseed oil and orange blossom. The palate is well-balanced, with formidable acidity. Taut, fresh and saline, it has an immense nervousness on the finish that lingers on the palate. Even better than the 2021. 2026-2050

James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (guide 2024) 97/100

About the wine:

This is a white wine of impressive complexity and richness, the fruit of a blend of 11 grape varieties from 17 Swartland vineyards. Aromas of red fruits, sliced pear, green papaya, flint, grapefruit and hazelnut are all present, followed by a full-bodied palate with a caressing, supple texture. Seamless, it evolves towards spice after a while. Even better than 2021? To be enjoyed after 2025.

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