Sadie Family – Soldaat
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South Africa
Western Cape
Wine
Red
The Facts
Origins South Africa > Western Cape > Western Cape
Appellation Western Cape
Varietal Grenache
Cepage 100% Grenache
Winemaking 60% whole cluster in concrete; aged 12 months in concrete on lees
Aging 8 months in concrete on lees, then 4 more months to clarify
Alcohol by Volume 13.0%
Markets California, Texas
Trade and Media
The Character
Overall Silky, expressive Grenache with tension, freshness
Aromas Strawberry, cherry, pomegranate, dry earth, floral spice, red fruit
Mouthfeel Medium-bodied, finely textured tannins w/ bright, juicy lift
Tasting Notes Red cherry, strawberry, earth, fine tannins, bright acidity, length
Selling Point Old-vine Grenache from Piekenierskloof with elegance
Pairings Pair with roast duck, spiced lentils, grilled eggplant, or mushroom risotto
Awards
- 2024 - 97pts James Suckling
- 2023 - 97pts James Suckling
The Story
Soldaat is a high-elevation Grenache from Piekenierskloof’s sandstone soils. With 60% whole cluster fermentation in concrete, it ages 12 months on lees across two tanks. Red cherry and strawberry dominate the nose, while fine-grained tannins and brisk acidity shape the palate. Named for “soldier,” a nod to Piekenierskloof’s military history, Soldaat is a pure, site-driven Grenache that rewards patience with layered complexity and long aging potential.
About Sadie Family
Producer Story
Eben Sadie is a visionary force in South African wine, known for elevating the Swartland region through his uncompromising focus on site-specific, old-vine expressions. He’s led a movement away from regional blending toward vineyard-driven authenticity. His Signature Series—Columella and Palladius—are celebrated blends sourced from meticulously farmed, low-intervention sites. These wines should not only be thought of as top South African bottlings, but some of the great wines of the world.
Producer Story
Eben Sadie is a visionary force in South African wine, known for elevating the Swartland region through his uncompromising focus on site-specific, old-vine expressions. He’s led a movement away from regional blending toward vineyard-driven authenticity. His Signature Series—Columella and Palladius—are celebrated blends sourced from meticulously farmed, low-intervention sites. These wines should not only be thought of as top South African bottlings, but some of the great wines of the world.
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