Wine Composition
86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Malbec, 8% Merlot & 2% Cabernet Franc
Winemakers Comments
Seriously Old Dirt 2020 displays a youthful, deep ruby-red color. This Cabernet-based blend exudes rich layers of fresh fruit on the nose; black raspberry, ripe strawberry, plum, and black currant. Undertones of star anise, nutmeg, and fragrant tobacco-leaf add to the hedonistic experience. The entry is smooth, round, and gracefully expands over the palate. Deliciously plush, the palate further develops with an abundance of fruit favours and fnishes with spicy nuance. The vintage refects a quintessential elegance, with a core of satin-textured tannins and youthful energy.
Awards
Decanter World Wine Awards | 92 points
Alcohol
13.5%
Technical
Matured for eighteen months in older French oak barrique. Seriously Old Dirt 2020 consists of Cabernet Sauvignon (eighty-six percent), Merlot (eight percent), Malbec (four percent) and Cabernet Franc (two percent).
Winemaker
Name - Martin Smith & Zelma Long
Winery
Vilafonté is the first American and South African joint wine-making venture. This groundbreaking red wine project is a partnership between a respected group of winespecialists from South Africa (Michael Ratcliffe) and the United States (Zelma Long and Phillip Freese). Vilafonté is the first winery in South Africa to focus on making wine aimed specifically at the US market. The name Vilafonté is derived from the primary soil type of the 100-acre estate, whose character forms the foundation of the wines. The Vilafonté project aims to create the first luxury wine brand from South Africa.