The Columella is a cornerstone in the Sadie portfolio, representing a pinnacle of viticultural and vinicultural development. It embodies the continuous evolution towards more precise and refined winemaking, with each vintage showcasing incremental growth and character.
The increasing presence of Mourvèdre, Carignan, Cinsaut, Tinta Barocca, and Pinotage in the blend has significantly contributed to the wine’s remarkable depth and complexity of tannins. This careful composition also enhances its fruit purity and delivers a notable freshness on the palate.
Over time, Columella has gained many dimensions and interpretations, always maintaining quality as its central pillar. More recently, its response to terroir has become more linear and expressive.
This 2023 vintage immediately captivates with strawberry aromas, gracefully transitioning to dark cherry and floral perfumed aromatics. With further bottle age, expect the wine’s trademark violets and perfumes to develop even more, revealing its compact and complex nature.
The 2023 Columella presents as slightly firmer and more grippy than the 2022 vintage, offering a deeper-centered profile. Its tannin dynamics are reminiscent of the highly acclaimed 2019 vintage. This is a wine that will truly reward time in your cellar as it continues to evolve and reveal its full potential.
Soils: Granite, Slate, Gravel & Sandstone formations.
Ageing: 24 Months prior to bottling
Grapes: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsaut, Tinta Barocca & Pinotage
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