Case Lot for the Wanted Auction: Proprietor signed, special vintage IDIOM 900 SERIES.
The Idiom 900 Series is an extremely limited release of up to 3 barrels or 900 bottles that are exceptional enough to warrant special appreciation. Selected in the cellar by the proprietor, Alberto Bottega, for their exceptional quality and depth of character, these wines stand proudly above the rest for their intensity and gravitas. This case lot comprises 2 signed bottles of each of the rare, maiden vintage of 900 Series, released in 2005: including a silky & seductive Nebbiolo, an opulent Cabernet Sauvignon and a luscious SMV. These distinctive wines, favoured by connoisseurs, are an expression of the unique provenance and terroir of the Da Capo Vineyards situated high on the cool-climate Hottentots Holland mountain and are a collectors item. In the case of the Idiom 900 Series Nebbiolo, even less than the nominal 900 were made, with only two barrels or 600 bottles hand-made from the 1 ton harvest.
The wines of character that form part of Idiom Collection are largely available to private clients due to their limited nature. They have established a fine pedigree over the years garnering gold medals at the Veritas, Michelangelo and Swiss International Awards. In the last month, Idiom was awarded a Double Gold and two Golds at Michelangelo and the Investec Winemakers Choice Diamond Award.
AUCTIONEER NOTES:
Character - Silky and Seductive
IDIOM 900 SERIES NEBBIOLO 2005
“A Limited two Barrel production from an extremely low yield vineyard. This singular sensation exhibits a typical garnet colour. Delicate bouquet of violets and cedar wood. Silky smooth tannins with complex layers of dark fruit and toasted oak. A seductive wine of great finesse.”
Character - Ambitious and Hedonistic
IDIOM 900 SERIES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005
“A multi-clone blend of Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense cardinal red colour, delicate spicy bouquet with cassis and cigar box aromas. Smooth tannins complement the deep blueberry and blackberry fruit. An opulent expression of this variety with a hedonistic long finish.”
Character - Rich & Flamboyant
IDIOM 900 SERIES SMV (Shiraz, Mourvedre, Viognier) 2005
“From the three best barriques of the 2005 vintage. Rich ruby colour. An intriguing bouquet of sweet spices, dark chocolate, leather and delicate truffles. Lusciously full bodies, ripe fruit and savoury flavours combine to engage the palate in a long tantalizing finish.”
