R2,195
Please Note: Wines sold on brokerage take 48 hours to process as they first need to be withdrawn from the cellar.
‘Made with 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc, the 2020 Series C is firm, generously layered and tight, needing more time in the bottle to come around and find its stride. Full-bodied and complex, the palate reveals succulent flavors of blackberry jus and spiced plum compote with layers of brown baking spices and oak essence. Possessing a tight tannic grip, the mid-palate is rich and round yet still compact in its youth. The wine aged in French oak, 68% new, for 22 months before being bottled. It's a gorgeous wine that will no doubt age brilliantly. 2025-2045’ – Anthony Mueller, Wine Advocate, 97/100
‘"There's no ceiling on price for South Africa," says Mike Ratcliffe, whose top wine sells out at and ambitious R1,990. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with support from 24% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc, this is a plush, layered, complex Bordeaux style blend showing scented coffee bean oak, fine-boned tannins, layers of blackcurrant, bay leaf and dark chocolate and a fresh, focused finish. Ripe and intense, but very well balanced. 2024-35’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2023, 96/100
‘"There's no ceiling on price for South Africa," says Mike Ratcliffe, whose top wine sells out at and ambitious R1,990. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with support from 24% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc, this is a plush, layered, complex Bordeaux style blend showing scented coffee bean oak, fine-boned tannins, layers of blackcurrant, bay leaf and dark chocolate and a fresh, focused finish. Ripe and intense, but very well balanced. 2024-35’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2023, 96/100
| Condition | Secondary market |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Chris de Vries |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Body | Full-bodied |
| Blend information | 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc |
| Variety | Bordeaux Blend |
| Rating | WA 97 |
| Producer information | Vilafonté has been creating vinous luxury since 1996. 24 years ago, this brand saw the light of day as a collaboration between wine industry greats, Mike Ratcliffe from South Africa and Phil Freese with Zelma Long from the United States. The philosophy speaks to the pursuit of perfection with an international perspective. The Vilafonté wines are based on a contemplation of quality and designed luxury. |
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FREE SHIPPING:
Available on all orders over R1,500, excluding event tickets. The expected delivery times are the same as 'Standard door-to-door' below.
STANDARD DOOR-TO-DOOR:
Shipping fees are calculated on the delivery ‘street code’ provided during checkout.
- Cape Town & surrounds: 1 – 2 working days
- Joburg, Pretoria, PE & Bloemfontein: 3 – 4 working days
- Durban & regional areas: 4 – 5 working days
COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
Orders are available for free collection at our Cape Town office only. You will be notified as soon as your order is ready for collection.
CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
We use a third party courier for international shipping. Please contact info@winecellar.co.za for the rates and delivery options.
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