Name: David & Nadia Elpidios 2022
Brand: David & Nadia
Price: 36.75 EUR
Availability: InStock

David & Nadia Elpidios 2022

An intense and spicy wine with a firm structure. The nose is dominated by a blend of ripe red fruit and plums with a distinct hint of wild spices and herbs. The aromatic profile then flows into the palate, supported by brilliant acidity and complexity derived from a five-varietal blend. On the palate, the wine is highly sophisticated and energetic, showing clear traces of maturation in concrete vessels and old oak barrels. The structured finish, with notes of leather and subtle minerality, creates a long-lasting experience and absolutely invites you back for another sip.

2022 / 0.75l / 13% / Swartland- South Africa

About the Winery

David & Nadia is a family-owned project established in 2010 by husband-and-wife team David and Nadia Sadie in the Swartland region. David, a Swartland native, and Nadia, a qualified soil scientist and viticulturist, joined forces to craft wines that are a genuine reflection of their land. They are considered among the "young guns" of the South African wine revolution, shifting away from bold, oak-driven styles toward elegance, freshness, and minerality. Their philosophy is rooted in biological farming and minimal intervention in the cellar, utilizing only indigenous yeasts and minimal sulfur. Based in a restored 220-year-old cellar on the Paardebosch farm, they produce highly sought-after ranges including the iconic Aristargos white blend, the Elpidios red blend, and prestigious single-vineyard selections. David & Nadia are also dedicated members of the Old Vine Project, focusing on preserving and showcasing South Africa’s heritage vineyards older than 35 years.

Terroir

The David & Nadia terroir is defined by the diverse soils of the Swartland, particularly around the Paardeberg mountain. They focus on organically farmed, dry-land bush vines that must struggle in the harsh environment. The core of their winemaking lies in exploring different soil types: from the decomposed granite of Paardeberg, which imparts flinty freshness and texture, to the shale and iron-rich clays found elsewhere in the region, adding structure and depth. This mosaic approach allows them to blend fruit from various microclimates and altitudes, a technique most evident in their Chenin Blanc and Grenache Noir. By combining deep-rooted old vines with poor granite soils, they achieve remarkable flavor concentration while maintaining lower alcohol levels and vibrant natural acidity.

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David & Nadia Elpidios 2022