Tasting Notes
From a west coast vineyard near the town of Dwarskerbos, planted 60 years ago on fine beach sand and limestone bedrock. Adi tells us the grapes are always delivered with a little sand on them, and the name itself, Sout Van Die Aarde means "salt of the earth." A little neutral on the nose, but the palate certainly makes up for it- staggering intensity! Herbal notes, grapefruit, bashed lemongrass, salty mineral streak, immensely refreshing and a little tart. Very long and textured.
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We firmly believe that Adi Badenhorst is the most exciting winemaker in South Africa. He is also the most frustrating. His laid back, self-deprecating, playful manner keeps you guessing and makes you wonder whether he has any idea what he is actually doing, whether he just chucks some grapes into a vat and hopes for the best, but we know full well that there is a huge amount of expertise that goes on behind closed doors, when no one is around to witness his skill and diligence ...and spoil his reputation!