Scions of Sinai
Señor Tallos
White Blend from Cape Coast, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Scions of Sinai
Bernhard Bredell: Why the name “Scions of Sinai”? Scion = In plant biology referring to the top part of a plant/vine that exists above the ground. We say “The Scion cultivar of that vine is Chenin blanc and the rootstock cultivar is Richter 99″. In old English literature the word “Scion” also refers to “the descendant of…”. Making it applicable to refer to myself as a “scion” from Sinai Hill as well as the vines. Plural “Scions”. Pronounced: SIGH-ENS. Sinai = Referring to Sinai Hill not the famous biblical mountain but the folk name for the foothill in the lower Helderberg region of Stellenbosch where the Bredell’s have farmed with old dryland bushvines for many generations. Luckily some of them are still rooted and a great part of them owned by my cousin Pieter Bredell (also 7th generation Bredell). Pronounced: SIN-EYE. It’s me and these couple of old bushvines… together we are by definition the Scions of Sinai. The descendants of Sinai Hill.
Description
The 2023 Señor Tallos presents a complex and unconventional profile. On the nose, it offers nutty, rancio notes complemented by tangerine, stone fruit, and spice. The palate reveals a dense core of fruit with firm yet balanced tannins, culminating in a bone-dry finish.
Food Pairing
This wine pairs excellently with dishes that can match its texture and complexity. Consider serving it alongside roasted poultry, grilled seafood, or dishes featuring umami-rich ingredients like mushrooms or aged cheeses. Its structure and acidity also make it a good companion for spicy Asian cuisine.
