Rhône Theme
Timed Online Auction, 2 - 12 February 2024
Rhône | International & South African offering
About the SessionThe first sale of the 2024 Strauss & Co Fine Wine Auction calendar is an exciting Rhône valley and Rhône-style offering and has fast-become one of the most popular at Strauss & Co Fine Wine Auctions.
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About this Item
Synonymous with the history of the Stellenbosch wine region and a revolutionary producer in SA wine, Simonsig is owned by the Malan family. Frans Malan co-founded the thriving Stellenbosch Wine Route and son Johan Malan as been winemaker since 1981.
Grapes from a 25-year-old Shiraz block.
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
Critics Ratings
‘Very special reserve bottling, 2010 has impeccable structure, balance & length, with tight flavour core, years away from unfurling. Big, exuberant & muscular, with complex, finely detailed spiciness & vibrant black cherry fruit.’ - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2013, 4.5*
‘Bright ruby-red. Pungent peppery lift to the aromas of dark berries, woodsmoke, minerals and dried herbs, along with a suggestion of syrupy dried berries. At once generous and a bit dry in the middle, with brambly dark berry and pepper flavors showing moderate nuance. The slightly drying tannins dust the front teeth. I wanted a bit more fruit.’ – Stephen Tanzer, Vinous (Sep 2012)