2022 Sadie Family Wines Pofadder Red

Tim Atkin MW 96 – “Can Cinsault make world class wines? In the right hands, yes. This complex, juicy, joyously drinkable Darling red has amazing concentration and grip for what is only a mediumbodied wine. Rose petal and hibiscus aromas segue into a palate of goji berry and red cherry, with some clove and white pepper top notes from 50% whole clusters and a fresh, oceaninfluenced finish. 2024-2030. (2023).”
Vinous/Neal Martin 95 – “The 2022 Pofadder is pure Cinsault from Swartland, 50% whole clusters with 20 to 28 days on the skins, raised in 40-year-old foudres. It has a pure bouquet with maraschino, blueberry, pressed flowers and a light musk-like scent. Stunning delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with ultra-fine tannins, perfectly judged acidity, gentle grip and an extraordinarily long and sensual finish. Cinsault doesn’t get better than this, and I could understand why Sadie remarked, “The fruit was so great I didn’t want to put it into the vat. Drink 2025-2048.”