Sadie Family Pofadder Cinsault 2021 (NM 97)

"In the 1920s Cinsault was the most-planted black grape in South Africa. However, as one of the fickler varieties to work with and to vinify, it suffered a fall from grace post-WWII. It’s only very recently that (with growers such as Eben Sadie and Chris Alheit leading the charge) the ‘Pinot Noir of Swartland’ has been reborn, and the results are revelatory. This is a variety that is now being planted more and more by some top growers in the south of France— wines like this show you why." - Importer Notes

“It has an open and expressive nose with wild strawberry and raspberry scents, light slatey aromas and touches of orange blossom. The palate is medium-bodied and framed by finely chiselled tannins, beautifully poised, balletic even. Tender yet intense, you will not find a better Cinsault in South Africa.” - 97 points, Neal Martin, Vinous.

“Pofadder is a Kasteelberg Cinsault of great delicacy and precision, showing the freshness and poise that are the hallmarks of Eben Sadie's reds. This has a lovely combination of raspberry, redcurrant and pink grapefruit flavours, fine-grained tannins and understated wood. Drink 2023 to 2030.” - 95 points, Tim Atkin MW

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