Redefine your expectations of South African wine with an absolute masterpiece of texture and mountain terroir. The Thorne & Daughters ‘Snakes & Ladders’ Sauvignon Blanc 2025 departs entirely from standard, overly grassy commercial styles. Winemaker John Seccombe focuses intensely on weight and structure. He sources the pristine fruit from remote bush vines planted high on the rugged Citrusdal Mountain plateau.
- Aroma: Exotic aromatics of bright lemon, ripe grapefruit, and fresh pineapple lace with a hint of wild herbs.
- Palate: The wine shows a remarkably rich, smooth, and super-concentrated mouthfeel backed by a big, driving acidity.
- Critical Acclaim: Leading wine critics awarded this exceptional vintage a stellar 94/100 score for its immense impression and dry finish.
The Thorne & Daughters ‘Snakes & Ladders’ Sauvignon Blanc 2025 matures undisturbed on its gross lees in old French oak barrels for nine months. This careful process allows natural malolactic fermentation to soften the edges while preserving brilliant core tension. Order a bottle of this highly allocated, low-yielding white wine today to enjoy an extraordinarily complex bottle.