R1,580
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'There's less new oak on the 2014 M than usual because of the cooler vintage, and the wine benefits from it in my view. Combining almost equal parts of Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's smooth and silky with notes of black fig and bramble and ripe, textured tannins. 2018-23.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2017, 93/100
'The 2014 Series M has a rich, generous bouquet of raspberry coulis and brown spice; a hint of menthol emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and quite firm in the mouth. White pepper emerges on a finish that needs to develop greater precision (something I discerned in previous tastings). It has improved slightly in recent months, though I still prefer the 2012.' (Tasted in 2018) - Neal Martin, Vinous, 91/100
'Cabernet being only 25% of the blend (with roughly equal merlot & malbec), this is the more succulent, youthfully accessible of the siblings, as usual, yet also good for a decade plus. 2014 succulent plums & raspberries, velvet texture & fine-grained tannin. Barely brushed with oak (3% new, 22 months).' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5* (94/100)
'The 2014 Series M has a rich, generous bouquet of raspberry coulis and brown spice; a hint of menthol emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and quite firm in the mouth. White pepper emerges on a finish that needs to develop greater precision (something I discerned in previous tastings). It has improved slightly in recent months, though I still prefer the 2012.' (Tasted in 2018) - Neal Martin, Vinous, 91/100
'Cabernet being only 25% of the blend (with roughly equal merlot & malbec), this is the more succulent, youthfully accessible of the siblings, as usual, yet also good for a decade plus. 2014 succulent plums & raspberries, velvet texture & fine-grained tannin. Barely brushed with oak (3% new, 22 months).' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2018, 4.5* (94/100)
| Condition | Secondary market |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Martin Smith & Zelma Long |
| Variety | Bordeaux Blend |
| Rating | TA 93 |
| 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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STANDARD DOOR-TO-DOOR:
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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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