Sadie Family
Pofadder Swartland Cinsault
Swartland, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
The 2019 Pofadder contains 80% whole-cluster Cinsault matured in used foudre. It has an extremely well-defined bouquet of pine cones and mint-infused red fruit. The palate is well balanced with good grip on the entry, a mixture of raspberry and wild strawberry fruit leading to an herbal finish that just needs a little more grip and density. Still, this is an excellent OVS from Sadie, though I would not put it at the top of the pile this year. (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2021)
The 2019 Pofadder contains 80% whole-cluster Cinsault matured in used foudre. It has an extremely well-defined bouquet of pine cones and mint-infused red fruit. The palate is well balanced with good grip on the entry, a mixture of raspberry and wild strawberry fruit leading to an herbal finish that just needs a little more grip and density. Still, this is an excellent OVS from Sadie, though I would not put it at the top of the pile this year. (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2021)
The 2019 Sadie Family Die Ouwingerdreeks ‘Pofadder’ Cinsault is another South African beauty; this one from the Swartland District of the Coastal Region on the Western Cape. 🙌🏻 🇿🇦
It’s 100% Cinsault 🍇 ; a variety that usually finds itself playing a supporting role in a Southern Rhône or Languedoc blend. Here it’s featured at center stage and is shining. 👌🏻👌🏻
Don’t let the pale ruby hue fool you! 👀 This wine is powerful 💪 It was produced organically and biodynamically in the warm, dry climate of Swartland, resulting in high alcohol (14% ABV), medium acidity, body, and fine grain tannins, with ripe, concentrated aromas and flavors, offering notes of cherry 🍒 , strawberry 🍓 , raspberry, violet, pink rose 🌹 , mint, basil, vanilla, butterscotch, and sweet spice. 🪵
We’re pairing this wine with a pesto fettuccine and grilled chicken with sautéed cherry tomatoes. It works deliciously.
Cheers to the incredible world of South African wines that we cannot wait to continue exploring!!
The 2019 Sadie Family Die Ouwingerdreeks ‘Pofadder’ Cinsault is another South African beauty; this one from the Swartland District of the Coastal Region on the Western Cape. 🙌🏻 🇿🇦
It’s 100% Cinsault 🍇 ; a variety that usually finds itself playing a supporting role in a Southern Rhône or Languedoc blend. Here it’s featured at center stage and is shining. 👌🏻👌🏻
Don’t let the pale ruby hue fool you! 👀 This wine is powerful 💪 It was produced organically and biodynamically in the warm, dry climate of Swartland, resulting in high alcohol (14% ABV), medium acidity, body, and fine grain tannins, with ripe, concentrated aromas and flavors, offering notes of cherry 🍒 , strawberry 🍓 , raspberry, violet, pink rose 🌹 , mint, basil, vanilla, butterscotch, and sweet spice. 🪵
We’re pairing this wine with a pesto fettuccine and grilled chicken with sautéed cherry tomatoes. It works deliciously.
Cheers to the incredible world of South African wines that we cannot wait to continue exploring!!
Ronnie had this 3 years ago
Ronnie had this 3 years ago
Jul 9th, 2021
