The Sadie Family - Swartland WO - Treinspoor Tinta Barocca - Red - 2023

Wine:

Made from Tinta Barocca, a Portuguese grape most famously grown in the Douro, the 2023 WO Swartland Treinspoor Tinta Barocca Red delivers impressive power with an elegance reminiscent of the finest Nebbiolos from northern Italy. Refined notes of spices, red fruits, and forest floor complement its perfectly ripened profile, marked by vibrant minerality and pronounced acidity, ensuring exceptional aging potential. Its firm tannic structure, with remarkably silky tannins, shapes a wine built to last, requiring at least ten years of cellaring to reach its full expression. A true king of Mediterranean wines. Rated 95/100 by James Suckling.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vinification using indigenous yeasts and 50% whole grapes. Maceration in concrete vats. Aged for 11 months in wooden vats.

Color:

Intense, brilliant dark red.

Nose:

Vibrant red fruit aromas mixed with subtle herbal notes.

Palate:

A powerful tannic structure and moderate acidity combine to produce a well-balanced wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Baked roast beef, roast filet mignon with mustard, duck kebab and blackcurrant reduction.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

The Sadie Family is widely regarded as the producer of South Africa’s finest wines. Praised by critics and highly sought after by enthusiasts, this estate, led by the visionary Eben Sadie, stands as a beacon of excellence in the Southern Hemisphere. Its reputation extends far beyond its home soil, captivating wine lovers worldwide.

This prestigious offering is a chance to explore the craftsmanship and refined style that define the Sadie Family’s wines. From old vines, controlled alcohol levels, and low yields to exceptional finesse and depth, these wines adhere to European winemaking philosophies while showcasing a distinct identity in both white and red expressions. Eben Sadie’s international experience brings a unique perspective, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation in this dynamic setting.

Sourced biodynamically from 48 meticulously selected plots across 43 hectares, the vineyards feature a variety of soils, including granite, sand, sandstone, and limestone. These thoughtful choices elevate the estate’s cuvées to the pinnacle of global winemaking.