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.
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. Three releases have been made under the exclusive 900 Series to date, including the Nebbiolo, a Cabernet Sauvignon and an SMV. 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 that form part of Idiom Collection are largely available to private clients due to their limited nature. The wines of this Collection have established a fine pedigree over the years garnering gold medals at the Veritas, Michelangelo, Investec Winemakers Choice Awards and Swiss International Awards. The 900 Series collectibles are held back on reserve to delight discriminating wine-buyers and loyal Club Idiom members looking for exceptional and rare vintages and are available in luxurious, individual boxes that are perfect for private or corporate gifts as well as exclusive cellaring.
THE 900 SERIES
The wines that form part of the 900 Series are the following: -
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.”
Ambitious and Hedonistic
IDIOM 900 SERIES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005
“A multi-clone blend of Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense cardinal red colour, delicate spicy bouquet, dark chocolate souffle 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. 3 barrels. ”
Rich and 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. 3 barrels.”
ORDER DIRECT
Available, direct from the cellar, at R350 per Idiom box or sold in a suite of 6 single boxes for R2100.
Direct orders: www.bottegafamilywine.co.za or contact Jeanne on 021 8523590.
