Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts, and Wine

Online-Only Auction, 31 May - 7 June 2021

Wine - Stellenbosch Theme

Sold for

ZAR 7 622
Lot 687
  • Thelema; Rabelais; 2015; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 5 500 - 7 500USD 287 - 392
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 7 622

About this Item

2015 Rabelais
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Rabelais is a blend of the best Bordeaux components from our Thelema range from the 2015 vintage.

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client

Critics Ratings

'In youth, this Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot duo is quietly stellar. It shows striking focus of blackcurrant flavour lifted by ethereal kelp/iodine tones, while exceptionally well-managed tannin structure contains the sleek fruit. 20 months French oak, 80% new, perfect platform for ageing.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2020, 4.5* (94/100)

'Comparatively late released, but it was well worth the wait for this world-class cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon with 7% Petit Verdot. Such class, such balance, such elegance, such finesse, such aging potential! This is one of the wines of a great Cape vintage. Drink 2020-2030.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2019, 97/100

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