2015 Sadie Family Palladius
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Tasting notes
Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Clairette Blanche, Viognier, Verdelho, Roussanne, Marsanne, Sémillon Gris, Sémillon Blanc, Palomino and Colombard. Natural cork. Tasted blind. Muted nose. But very rich and vibrant on the palate. Lovely stuff! Very Chenin. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin
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The 2015 Palladius has an intriguing bouquet with bruised apple, lemon verbena and light lemongrass scents that unfold in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fresh entry and fine balance, although the second half feels a bit innocuous and forgettable. I am not convinced that this is a representative bottle - it felt just slightly scalped. Tasted blind at the 10-Year-On horizontal in London.
About the producer
Since he started making wine under his own name in 2000, Eben Sadie became a cult name in South Africa. The Swartland producer is best known for his flagship Columella and Palladius, but he also makes a range of whites and reds under the Old Vine Series, which became the District Series in 2025.