Single-Owner Private Collection of Fine Wines from South Africa, Bordeaux, Rhône Valley, Italy, Spain and more….
Timed Online Auction, 27 June - 15 July 2024
South Africa - Whites
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About this Item
Palladius is the Sadie family’s signature white wine, a pure expression of the Swartland that is produced from 10 local and Rhône white varieties. Palladius is named after the Roman author who continued Columella’s work and is today one of SA’s most highly regarded white wines.
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Critics Ratings
‘Still quite introvert and youthful but clearly unlike any single-varietal wine. Firm, deep-flavoured with the structure to last.’ – Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17+/20 (Jun 2022)
‘Step-change in 2016, tighter, tenser than previous, will unwind slowly over ±10 years. Steely & precise, with striking purity, umami nuance, tremendous presence. Chenin with 10 other varieties fermented/aged year on lees in concrete ‘eggs’ & clay amphora, then year older foudres.’ - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2019, 5* (96/100)
‘Broad and lush in feel, featuring creamed melon, pear and yellow apple fruit flavors, framed by warm meringue, white ginger and brioche notes. The long finish flows nicely, with a flicker of acacia lingering. Chenin Blanc. Drink now through 2022.’ - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 93/100 (May 2019)
'Eben Sadie rates this white blend as the best of his current releases. Made with ten different cultivars and dipping below 14% alcohol for the first time, it’s an orchestra rather than a solo instrument. Elegant and refined, with no wood at all, this is an harmonious cuvée with beeswax, tarte tatin, orange zest and pear flavours. 2019-24’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 96/100