Bordeaux Theme
Live Virtual Auction, 26 June 2022
Bordeaux Theme
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About this Item
A staple of the SA wine scene, Zonnebloem was first established in 1692 in Simondium near Paarl before Distell took over in 1963. Zonnebloem, meaning sunflower, uitilise benchmark varietal features, sensible use of wood where relevant resulting in wines that are often unflashy yet simply spectacular.
Coming in at an alcohol level of only 11.3%, this is one of the last classic vintages of Zonnebloem Cabernet from Stellenbosch fruit, before the style transformed to a more fruit driven, new-world expression. The 1985 has soft, mature red fruit with earthy undertones and interesting leathery tertiary development all wrapped in an elegant frame. These 2 bottles are in beautiful condition with both fill heights in the neck.
Provenance
Private Client