Dalla Cia, Giorgio 2018
Giorgio Dalla Cia was the pioneer of the Bordeaux blend in South Africa, during his time at Meerlust Estate. His son George now carries on the legacy, based out of Stellenbosch.
This is a left-bank Bordeaux style blend. Cabernet Sauvignon driven, with Merlot and a touch of Petit Verdot.
Expect notes of blueberries, cherries, violets, tobacco leaf and spicy cedar wood, with a generous finish. A bottle sure to age kindly.
£33.50
In stock
Stellenbosch
Bordeaux Blend, Red Blend
LightFull Bodied
Description
Dalla Cia stands for age-old Italian tradition and passion for innovation. Established in 2001 by winemaker Giorgio Dalla Cia (the originator of the most acclaimed Bordeaux-style blend in South Africa). The brand is synonymous with exceptional quality. Authenticity and progressive thinking across wines, Grappa and other speciality products.
Tasting Notes
The bouquet has hints of blueberries, cherries, violets, tobacco leaf and spicy cedar wood. The mouthfeel is opulent with a generous lingering aftertaste. This wine has great aging potential.
Soil Type
Alluvial soil with clay subsoil.
Vinification
Giorgio, a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot and 15% Petit Verdot, is matured for 18 months in 80% new and 20% Second fill french oak barrels.
Analysis
Alcohol 15% vol
Total acidity 5.9 g/l
Residual sugar 2.6 g/l
Ideal Serving Temperature
16OC – 18OC
Complements
Game or any red meats
Additional information
Alcohol vol | 15% |
---|---|
Grape | Bordeaux Blend, Red Blend |
Origin | Stellenbosch |
Vintage | 2018 |
Wine Farm |
Game or any red meats.
90pts | Platter’s
Weighty & serious Bordeaux blend, 70% cab with merlot & petit verdot in 2018, showing quintessential black-fruit aromas/flavours of cherry, currant & berry. 15% alcohol & 80% new oak deftly handled, as in 2015 (93 pts), though shade less freshness because of intense fruit-sweet finish. Also in 1.5L, as Teano. No 2016, 2017 untasted.
Platter’s 2022 –