A.A. Badenhorst |
Back to basics with biological farming to make natural wines in the traditional manner |
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 | FAMILY WHITE * | 2018 | 20.90 |
| 47% Chenin Blanc, 21% Grenache Blanc, 10% Viognier,
9% Roussanne 7% Palomino and 6% Semillon. The final makeup of the blend varies slightly each year, due
to the variation in vintage. Chenin Blanc is best suited to be the heart of
the wine and that is why it forms the biggest portion of the
co-fermentation. The aromas are very complex and change
considerably in the glass. Perfume, spice, tea, stone fruit and
citrus blossoms are some of the notes that can be detected.
In the mouth the texture and ripeness and gentle tannins
result in a wine that has incredible length and a complex
flavour profile. Matured in very old wood. |
| Platter: 94, Greg Sherwood: 94+, Tim Atkin: 93; WS: 92 |
 | FAMILY RED | 2018 | 20.90 |
| 56% Shiraz with Grenache Noir,
Cinsault and Tinta Barocca. The wine
is
pressed into
old
4000L
vats
and 8%
new 600L
casks for a maturation period of 16 months. This vintage will be quite reserved in its youth but will mature very well and
evolve
into its potential. The tannins are prominent, well-integrated and refreshing.
The aromas are brooding but with complex notes of pepper, liquorice, perfume,
and black cherries.
The palate entry is quite
dense with lavender
and dark berry fruit. The finish is dry with
well spread tannins ending with savoury and
black
currant. |
| Platter: 95, Greg Sherwood: 95, Tim Atkin: 93, WS: 91 |
| FAMILY RED * | 2019 | 20.90 |
| This is a medley of Syrah with 60% Grenache,
Cinsault and Tinta Barocca from eight sites, showing black pepper, fynbos, blackberry and
raspberry fruit, granitic tannins and a fresh, racy finish. 2022-28 |
| Platter: 96 Tim Atkin: 94, WS: 92 |
| CINSAULT RAMNASGRAS | 2019 | 20.15 |
| This
single
vineyard was planted in the
1954
on decomposed granite soils. The wine possesses great fruit of the red
spectrum, earthiness and some lovely spice. The
palate is delicious in its transparency of fruit
flavours, fair acid grip and gentle tannins. Slightly wooded.
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| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94, Greg Sherwood: 94, Wine Spectator: 91 |
| GRENACHE RAAIGRAS | 2019 | 37.65 |
| This
single
vineyard was planted in
1952
on decomposed granite soils. It is said that this is the oldest Grenache vineyard
in South Africa. The vineyard
has an energy and presence about it while the
vines are magnificent and low bearing. The
soils are beautifully reflected in the wine
with grainy, grippy tannins. Delicate, pure aromas lead to a palate with deep, intense fruit & serious tannin-acid structure. Potential for long development with only little wood influence. |
| Platter: 95, Greg Sherwood: 95, Tim Atkin: 94, Wine Spectator: 92 |
Allesverloren |
The Allesverloren vineyards creep up the imposing Kasteelberg in the picturesque Riebeek Valley of the Swartland, the vineyards ranging from 170m above sea level to well over 350m. The farm which dates back to 1704 began producing wine in 1804. |
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| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2019 | 13.25 |
| Deep ruby red with an abundance of prune, blackcurrant and white pepper aromas, oak spice and cigar box in the background. A rich and full-bodied wine with a good tannic structure, lots of berry fruit flavours such as blackcurrant and cherries with undertones of dark chocolate. The wine was aged in a combination of new (30%) and second- fill (70%) oak barrels for a period of 18 months. |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2021 | 13.50 |
| Deep ruby color, aromas of berries and plums with a spicy accent of oak, full-bodies wine with good tannic structure. 18 months in oak casks (30% new).
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Anthonij Rupert |
Only the best is good enough for this range |
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| BLEND * | 2007 | 65.30 |
| The blend consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The wine is dense but detailed, with gorgeous layers of blackberry pâte de fruit, crushed plum, cassis and cherry preserves all seamlessly melded, while chocolate, Kenya AA coffe and roasted bay leaf notes fill in all the grooves on the finish. This has power, cut and balance. |
| Platter: ****½, WS: 95 |
| OPTIMA | 2020 | 20.50 |
| Complex bouquet of fruitcake, cedar, cocoa and a perfumed whiff of dried lavender. Broad, fleshy and succulent with all of that the nose promises being delivered on the palate. Spice sprinkled cedar with rich dark fruitcake flavour. Wonderfully soft, rounded and silky palate that shows cohesion and refinement. Impressive density and concentration that does not overwhelm. Nor does the oak used in the maturation of this impressive blend. Plush, comfortable and eminently rewarding with a lingering dry tail. 34% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot. Each component was matured separately in 225L French
oak barrels for 20 months, with 30% of the barrels being new oak.
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| Concours Mondial de Bx: Gold, Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 91 |
Beyerskloof |
The Beyerskloof philosophy is to give a truthful expression of the God given talents we received and doing everything in our ability to offer a memorable, world-class wine experience to all in order to be the South African winery of choice.
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| FAITH * | 2018 | 65.60 |
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A big, concentrated, and complex wine. Powerful, but with well-integrated tannins. Black fruits, blueberry, cherry, nutmeg, with a touch of allspice. 40% Pinotage, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot |
| ABSA Top 10, Platter: 95, Decanter: 93 |
| TRAILDUST | 2020 | 16.25 |
| This Cape Blend is a tribute to the legacy of Pinotage by uniting this unique South African cultivar with its heritage, Pinot Noir and Cinsault in a near equal blend. Only older oak. |
| Platter: 90 |
| PINOTAGE KRIEKBULT | 2021 | 34.20 |
| Paying homage to the Kriekbult farm, the first site-specific Pinotage has been produced from 27-year-old Pinotage bush vines. The vineyards utilised for this wine produce a distinctive style, expressing the unique characteristics of well-aged Pinotage.It expresses an abundance of black fruit flavours, from blackberries to cassis, with balanced oak aromas from barrel maturation. A wine with excellent balance, a lovely core, and a long, juicy aftertaste that will develop well for 10 years or longer. |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Veritas: S |
| PINOTAGE RESERVE | 2020 | 16.25 |
| Full bodied and complex wine that best represents the indigenous features of Pinotage.
Anri Truter's Pinotage is fragrant and enticing, all succulent summer fruit, stylish cinnamon oak, fine-boned tannins and deftly integrated 10% new wood. Immensely drinkable. 2023-29 |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Veritas: S, Platter: 88 |
| PINOTAGE WINEMAKER'S RESERVE | 2021 | 25.35 |
| Selection of the ten best barrels of the reserve range. A complex wine that best represents the features of a great Pinotage. It can be enjoyed now even though its richness will develop even further over the next ten years. Blackberry and plum flavours upon entry with the delicate cedar oak aromas from barrel maturation. A wine with an excellent structure, great balance, and a long-lasting aftertaste. It can be enjoyed now even though its richness will develop even further over the next ten years. |
| Platter: 90, Veritas: Silver |
Bouchard Finlayson |
The 125-hectare property currently has 25 hectares under vines. Bouchard Finlayson is renowned as one of South Africas top wineries and this can be attributed to their philosophy and focus to produce wines of the finest quality. |
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| CHARDONNAY Kaaimansgat * | 2017 | 15.90 |
| The essence of capturing complexity drives the flavour profile of this Chardonnay.
Structured with many layered flavour components arising from combinations of
best French Oak, yeast, lees contact and finest fruit, which all reward the palate
with a kaleidoscope of tastes. This pleasing palate adventure offers hints of litchi,
white peach, kiwi fruit, strawberry smoothie and golden tangerine combining to
generate a memorable taste experience. Ageing potential is excellent. The wine was left in barrel (20 % new oak) for eight months. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, IWC: Gold, Platter: 93 |
| CHARDONNAY Kaaimansgat * | 2020 | 17.85 |
| Lush mineral spice and stone fruit blossom at the fore. Explosive lime-infused
flavours of green apple are amplified by a precise energy. Gentle touch of candied
ginger and toast. Vivacious and lasting finish. Eight months maturation in traditional 228L barrels, complemented by a number of 350L barrels.
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| Tim Atkin: 93, Decanter: 92, Falstaff: 92,
Platter: 91, Wine Spectator: 89 |
| CHARDONNAY Kaaimansgat | 2022 | 18.50 |
| Well balanced, subdued lemon and lime, some vanilla, and understated, complex structure. Harmoneous. Will age well. 8 months in French oak, about 25% new. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, IWC: 92, Platter: 90 |
| PINOT NOIR Galpin Peak | 2019 | 34.95 |
| Firm and resonating with anticipation, its flavour profile is slowly unfolding. A little patience will offer a generous palate of fruits of the forest flavours and development of complex cherry and dark berry tones. Polished and lingering, it will benefit from ageing. Aged for ten months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new. |
| Michelangelo: GG, Falstaff: 96,
IWSC: Gold-95, Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 92, Decanter: 92, WS: 90 |
| PINOT NOIR Galpin Peak | 2021 | 38.05 |
| Grapes from eight different estate vineyards go into the production of this elegant,
refined, well-balanced Pinot Noir.
Curated in 30% new barrels, it has good zip and energy, goji berry and red cherry fruit and a
racy, mineral-edged finish. |
| Decanter: 93, Platter: 92, Tim Atkin: 92 |
Cape Point Vineyards |
A World Class Winery by the Sea |
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| ISLIEDH * | 2019 | 27.75 |
| This Sauvignon Blanc (75%) Semillon (25%) blend is consistently among the best Bordeaux blends in the Cape. It offers beautiful floral notes of white orchid, rose and peach blossom. The fruit leaps from the glass unveiling a harmonious blend of white fruits, ripe nectarine, pink grapefruit, figs and lemon curd. Hints of floral oak spice combined with fresh thyme gives the wine an extra layer of depth. The palate is rich, saline, full and textured with the classic long lasting mineral finish.
Wild yeast fermented in its entirety, it's a stunning achievement, with scented, nuanced 30% new wood. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 96, Decanter: 92
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David & Nadia |
Wine is all about natural balance, purity and freshness. |
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| ARISTARGOS | 2020 | 23.75 |
| Blend comprising Chenin blanc (49%), Roussanne (10%), Semillon (9%), Marsanne (8%), Clairette blanche
(7%), Viognier (6%), Verdelho (5%), Grenache blanc (4%), Colombar (2%). Chenin blanc and Old Vines driven, the focus remains on the granitic soils of the Paardeberg. The grapes were whole bunch pressed and naturally fermented and then matured for 11 months in old neutral French oak barrels. Subtle florality with lemon edge to stonefruit vivacity. Harmonius & exciting, it lingers forever.
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| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| ARISTARGOS (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 51.10 |
| Blend comprising Chenin blanc (49%), Roussanne (10%), Semillon (9%), Marsanne (8%), Clairette blanche
(7%), Viognier (6%), Verdelho (5%), Grenache blanc (4%), Colombar (2%). Chenin blanc and Old Vines driven, the focus remains on the granitic soils of the Paardeberg. The grapes were whole bunch pressed and naturally fermented and then matured for 11 months in old neutral French oak barrels. Subtle florality with lemon edge to stonefruit vivacity. Harmonius & exciting, it lingers forever. |
| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| CHENIN BLANC * | 2020 | 23.75 |
| This Chenin blanc from the Swartland focusses on various Old Vine
Vineyards, with plantings ranging from 1968 till 1985. The wine is based on granite
from the Paardeberg, blended with shale/schist from the east, more clay rich soils
from the north and iron rich soils from the western parts of the Swartland. The grapes were whole bunch pressed and naturally fermented and then matured for 11 months in old neutral French oak barrels. The wine has a Certified Heritage Vineyards (CHV) seal and forms part of the Old Vine Project (OVP). Layered citrus and beeswax flavours, a hint of aniseed and stony grip. Lively, fresh & vivid yet with good creamy cashew breadth. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93 |
| CHENIN BLANC (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 51.10 |
| This Chenin blanc from the Swartland focusses on various Old Vine
Vineyards, with plantings ranging from 1968 till 1985. The wine is based on granite
from the Paardeberg, blended with shale/schist from the east, more clay rich soils
from the north and iron rich soils from the western parts of the Swartland. The grapes were whole bunch pressed and naturally fermented and then matured for 11 months in old neutral French oak barrels. The wine has a Certified Heritage Vineyards (CHV) seal and forms part of the Old Vine Project (OVP). Layered citrus and beeswax flavours, a hint of aniseed and stony grip. Lively, fresh & vivid yet with good creamy cashew breadth. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93 |
| CHENIN BLANC HOË-STEEN * | 2020 | 54.80 |
| The Hoe-Steen vineyard was planted in 1968 west of Malmesbury towards Darling, in deep, red iron and clay rich soils. This 2 ha vineyard was harvested over three pickings. It was hand sorted, whole bunch pressed and matured in old French oak barrels for a year. The wine has a Certified Heritage Vineyards (CHV) seal and forms part of the Old Vine Project (OVP).
Some ferrous grip, fine oak integration, pear, cream and stone fruit flavours and a taut finish.
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| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 94, WS: 92 |
| CHENIN BLANC PLAT'BOS * | 2020 | 54.80 |
| With vines planted in 1981 on granite soils at the Paardebosch farm, this wine qualifies for the Old Vine Project (OVP) seal. One of the great whites of the southern hemisphere, not just of South Africa, this is the
Montrachet of Chenin Blanc. It has the concentration of its 40-year-old vines, mouth-watering acidity
and pH, chiselled freshness and layers of rock salt, aromatic spices, pear and lemongrass. |
| Tim Atkin: 98, Platter: 96, WS: 91 |
| CHENIN BLANC SKALIEKOP * | 2020 | 54.80 |
| These vines were planted in 1985 in very shallow shale soils in the Paardeberg,
being an anomaly as the mountain is granite driven. Skaliekop is harvested at the end of January, early February over four picking dates. The wines of the different pickings were aged seperately, before blending and then bottling at the end of the year. The wine is qualifying
for the Certified Heritage Vineyards (CHV) seal and forms part of the Old Vine
Project. Herbal, intense and very focused, understated depth and concentration, notes of fresh dough, beeswax, lanolin and lemon zest and a stony, chiselled finish. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 95, WS: 93 |
| ELPIDIOS | 2019 | 24.35 |
| A blend consisting of Grenache Noir (38%), Syrah (36%), Pinotage (10%), Carignan (9%) and Cinsaut (7%).
The different wines were fermented and matured in concrete vessels as well as in old 500 L neutral French oak
barrels and a 4 100 L foudre (Pinotage). After bottling, the wine was aged in bottle for 18 months before release. This vintage is again based on grapes grown in granite soils from the Paardeberg, blended with structured shale/schists from the east, clay rich soils from the north and iron mixed soils from the west. Bright melange of dark fruit with filigree tannin & spice. So cohesive and resolved. Grippy, firm and stony, a waft of rose petal and tangy red cherry, plum and redcurrant fruit. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 94, Wine Spectator: 92 |
| ELPIDIOS (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2019 | 52.45 |
| A blend consisting of Grenache Noir (38%), Syrah (36%), Pinotage (10%), Carignan (9%) and Cinsaut (7%).
The different wines were fermented and matured in concrete vessels as well as in old 500 L neutral French oak
barrels and a 4 100 L foudre (Pinotage). After bottling, the wine was aged in bottle for 18 months before release. This vintage is again based on grapes grown in granite soils from the Paardeberg, blended with structured shale/schists from the east, clay rich soils from the north and iron mixed soils from the west. Bright melange of dark fruit with filigree tannin & spice. So cohesive and resolved. Grippy, firm and stony, a waft of rose petal and tangy red cherry, plum and redcurrant fruit. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| GRENACHE NOIR | 2020 | 24.35 |
| Predominently Grenache Noir from Paardeberg matured in old 500 L neutral French oak barrels as well as a 2 700 L concrete vessel for a year. Rose perfume tempts while black & red fruit seduce on nuanced, supple & sleek plate. Gentle, long & succulent. It is refined and racy with notes of red cherry, cranberry and wild herbs, savoury tannins and a fresh, mineral finish.
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| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| GRENACHE NOIR (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 52.45 |
| Predominently Grenache Noir from Paardeberg matured in old 500 L neutral French oak barrels as well as a 2 700 L concrete vessel for a year. Rose perfume tempts while black & red fruit seduce on nuanced, supple & sleek plate. Gentle, long & succulent. It is refined and racy with notes of red cherry, cranberry and wild herbs, savoury tannins and a fresh, mineral finish.
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| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 93 |
Diemersdal |
Diemersdal Wines are the perfect expression of the distinct Durbanville terroir; the sum of the complex interaction between topography, soil content and climate. |
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| SAUVIGNON BLANC * | 2023 | 9.35 |
| This vibrant, classically styled Sauvignon Blanc presents a brilliant lemon-lime colour. The nose is complex with and array of tropical fruit, ripe figs and gooseberries. These crisp flavours repeat in the mouth, along with a mineral character followed by a long fruity finish. The distinctive aromas support a wonderfully balanced palate, presenting purity of ripe fruit, coupled with a lingering harmonious finish. |
| Investec Trophy: 87, Platter: 86 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC | 2024 | 9.35 |
| This vibrant, classically styled Sauvignon Blanc bursts with zest and freshness. It presents a brilliant lemon-lime colour. The nose is complex with an array of tropical fruit, passionfruit, ripe figs, and gooseberries. These crisp flavours repeat in the mouth, along with a mineral character. The distinctive aromas support a wonderfully balanced palate, presenting purity of ripe fruit, coupled with a lingering harmonious finish. |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVE * | 2020 | 13.90 |
| From the estates highest site, unoaked & unfiltered. Complex, harmonious with slatey character leavened by creamy texture. Has appealing aniseed, lime and wet stone flavours with some stone fruit undertones. |
| Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVE | 2022 | 14.45 |
| Unoaked and unfiltered from the Estate's highest site, capturing the essence of Durbanville grapes. Complex, poised, the slate character balanced by creaminess from time on lees. |
| Concours Mondial du Sauvignon: Gold, FNB: TOP 10, Prescient: 94, Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVE * | 2023 | 14.45 |
| This is a full-flavoured, complex Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has good depth on the nose, with aromas of citrus and goava with a touch of sweetness. On the palate, excellent natural acidity creates balance, a fine structure, and a pleasant mouthfilling texture with a clean finish. Unoaked. |
| FNB: TOP 10, Platter: 95, Veritas: Silver, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC WINTER FERMENT * | 2022 | 16.75 |
| A new world style of Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has intense aromas of gooseberries, tropical fruit and sweet-grapefruit with a core of minerality. The excellent natural acidity creates balance to the concentrated, rich mouth-filling texture. After harvest, the juice for this wine was frozen at -20 degrees celsius and kept in this state for five months. It was then thawed and fermented in the heart of the Cape winter, producing a uniquely tropical style of Sauvignon blanc totally unique for South Africa. |
| Platter: 93 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC WINTER FERMENT * | 2023 | 18.25 |
| Intricate handcrafting sees grape-must chilled some 5 months to intensify flavour, lees aged 4 months post ferment for palate breadth. Concentration of flavour(gooseberry, tropical fruit) around mineral core. |
| Veritas: Gold, Platter: 93 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC 8 ROWS | 2023 | 18.50 |
| An intense Sauvignon Blanc with concentrated aromas on the nose that follows through on the palate. The wine shows a strong core of minerality with a flinty elegance on the nose with a rounded mouth-feel with nectarine and kiwi, and balanced acidity on the finish. A seamless wine where all the components are in perfect balance. Post fermentation lees contact of 5 months to enhance mouth feel and concentration. Minimum intervention during the winemaking process. |
| Platter: 94, Veritas: Bronze |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC THE JOURNAL | 2022 | 24.35 |
| The Journal Sauvignon Blanc is made from carefully selected grapes and fermented in French oak barrels to ensure a wine with a full, rich mouthfeel and a long finish. The flavours fynbos, cassis and tropical fruit are underpinned by a core of minerality and complex fruit and vanilla flavours.
Post fermentation lees contact of 11 months in barrel, stirred up once a week to enhance mouth feel and concentration. The wine was bottled unfiltered and sediment may occur after time. |
| Platter: 97, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC WILD HORSESHOE * | 2018 | 26.70 |
| Skin fermented for four days and matured in older wood. Richly textured palate with grapefruit pith, quince & honey-nut biscuits, long lemon, curd finish. |
| Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 93 |
 | SAUVIGNON ROSE | 2019 | 7.75 |
| Delicate, fruity and lively, with distinctive Sauvignon Blanc aromas of passion fruit and lime, alongside hints of the cherry and strawberry flavours of Cabernet Sauvignon. A balanced palate with crisp acidity and fruity undertones. |
| Platter: 84 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON THE JOURNAL | 2019 | 37.65 |
| After 22 months of aging, a barrel selection of Cabernet Sauvignon was made by the 6th generation winemaker. Typical blackberries, cedar and cigar box flavours with hints of spiciness. Blackcurrant follows through onto the palate with firm ripe tannins and a delicate finish. 22 months oak maturation in 100% first fill 225L French oak barrels. |
| Veritas: Gold, Decanter: 95, Platter: 94, Old Mutual: 91, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| PINOTAGE RESERVE * | 2022 | 19.20 |
| This toasty, intensely perfumed Pinotage is showing patisserie and mocha top notes. Full bodied with layers of raspberry, cherry and strawberry jam, plum flavours and well balanced complex aromas. A wine with a long lingering finish. 14 months wood maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels. |
| Veritas: Gold, Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 92
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| PINOTAGE THE JOURNAL * | 2019 | 37.65 |
| The whole berry fermentation resulted in intense and bold red berry flavours. Great complexity with savoury and spice notes as well as soft and velvety tannins. 22 months oak fermentation in new 225l oak barrels. |
| ABSA: Top 10, Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 93, Decanter: 91, Old Mutual: 89 |
| PRIVATE COLLECTION * | 2020 | 17.65 |
| Concentrated yet focused and refined, invariably shows deep & persistent flavour, along with fine tannins and a solid platform of oak due to 22 months oak maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels.
Blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. |
| Concours Mondial Bruxelles: Gold, Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 92, Veritas: SO |
| PRIVATE COLLECTION (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 35.30 |
| Concentrated yet focused and refined, invariably shows deep & persistent flavour, along with fine tannins and a solid platform of oak due to 22 months oak maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels.
Blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. |
| Concours Mondial Bruxelles: Gold, Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 92, Veritas: SO |
| PRIVATE COLLECTION (Magnum 1,5l) | 2021 | 38.40 |
| This classical Bordeaux-style red wine is crafted from all five Bordeaux varieties. Fruit from selected sites planted to the terroir most suited to each variety and blended to form a perfect whole, the result being a singular expression of supreme excellence and superb quality. Deep dark chocolate and enticing cedar aromas appear first on the nose, followed by wafting notes of blackberry jam, cherry, and cassis. The firm, well-structured palate features robust yet sweet tannins and a broad range of flavours ranging from black cherry and red fruits carried along by the richness of its oak and vanilla notes. It is long and smooth now, with an intriguing character that will continue to develop with years to come. 22 months oak maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 92, IWC: 91, Veritas: SO
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| PRIVATE COLLECTION (5l) * | 2021 | 139.90 |
| This classical Bordeaux-style red wine is crafted from all five Bordeaux varieties. Fruit from selected sites planted to the terroir most suited to each variety and blended to form a perfect whole, the result being a singular expression of supreme excellence and superb quality. Deep dark chocolate and enticing cedar aromas appear first on the nose, followed by wafting notes of blackberry jam, cherry, and cassis. The firm, well-structured palate features robust yet sweet tannins and a broad range of flavours ranging from black cherry and red fruits carried along by the richness of its oak and vanilla notes. It is long and smooth now, with an intriguing character that will continue to develop with years to come. 22 months oak maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 92, IWC: 91, Veritas: SO
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| PRIVATE COLLECTION | 2022 | 19.20 |
| 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot,
5% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec. 20 months oak maturation in 40% new 225L French oak barrels
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| Tim Atkin: 93, DWWA: 90 |
Kanonkop |
"Kanonkop Estate has been described by those in the know as being the South African equivalent of a Premier Cru or First Growth. International awards accumulated over more than a decade have gone a long way to substantiate these claims." |
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| ROSE - PINOTAGE * | 2020 | 7.25 |
| A full bodied, dry style of rose with a subtle onion skin colour. Inviting aromas of ripe melon, candyfloss, rose water and summer berries are present on the nose. The flavour profile is packed with juicy raspberry and cherry fruit. The bright acidity and delicate nature of this wine makes it fit for any occasion. Ideally served chilled. |
| Neal Martin: 89, Wine Advocate: 88, Platter: 83 |
| ROSE - PINOTAGE | 2023 | 8.80 |
| A medium bodied, dry style of rose
with a delicate pale-pink colour, and
aromas of sweet melon, candyfloss and summer berries. The acidity is fresh
and bright, and compliments the sweet fruit character of the Pinotage variety.
The palate displays intense flavours of red cherries, melon, strawberry and
raspberry, with a creamy texture. The delicate nature of this wine makes it fit
for any occasion. Ideally served chilled between 8 - 10 C |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 86 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON (Magnum 1,5l)* | 2013 | 57.10 |
| A dense, full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon showing notes of supple blackcurrant, black plum, cedar wood and spice which follows on the palate. The palate offers additional characteristics of pencil shavings, tea leaf and molasses, it is balanced with a good acidity and integrated ripe tannins. A lingering finish to complete a wine which benefits from future bottle maturation of up to 20 years from vintage date. Spent 24 months in 225l Nevers oak, half first, half second fill. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: ****½, James Suckling: 92, Wine Advocate: 91, WS: 91 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2016 | 28.55 |
| A classic Simonsberg Cabernet, exuding a sense of coolness, despite the warm vintage conditions. A perfumed nose filled with notes of blackcurrants, fennel, cigar box, tea leaf and fynbos shrub. The palate is delicate and fresh, with an austere old-world charm about it. Grainy tannins compliment the earthy profile, with subtle hints of liquorice on the lengthy finish. The wine was matured for 24 months in 50% new and 50% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Platter: 95, Greg Sherwood MW: 94+, Tim Atkin: 93, Wine Spectator: 90 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON * | 2017 | 29.95 |
| Dark and brooding, with intricate aromas of oak spice, black berry coulis, graphite powder, tilled earth, wet tobacco and chai tea. The palate is luxurious and utterly elegant, with layered flavours of blackcurrants, morello cherries, crunchy raspberries and dark coffee beans, all of which are framed against a sturdy, yet delicate latticework of finely grained tannins. A wine filled with poise and precision, waiting to unleash the promise of this majestic vintage. The wine was matured for 24 months in 50% new and 50% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| IWSC: Gold 95, Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 95, Decanter: 92 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2018 | 33.10 |
| A complex nose of dark aromas of black berry, cassis, tobacco with cedar and oak spice. The palate is supple and mouth filling â with concentrated black fruit supported by oak spice, roasted nuts and a hint of fresh fynbos. The tannins are firm yet well-knit and integrated. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 24 months in 50% new and 50% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 95 |
| KADETTE CAPE BLEND * | 2019 | 10.25 |
| Vibrant crimson hues, with complimenting aromas of raspberries, dark cherries, plums, cinnamon and cloves. Supple, elegant tannins and a fresh seam of acidity are beautifully balanced with a vibrant explosion of fruit on the palate. Juicy flavours of red and black fruits, and a hint of chocolate, dominate the lengthy finish. Blend consisting of 44% Pinotage, 29% Merlot, 25% Cabernet
Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc. The wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, WS: 89, Platter: 88 |
| KADETTE CAPE BLEND (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2019 | 20.90 |
| Vibrant crimson hues, with complimenting aromas of raspberries, dark cherries, plums, cinnamon and cloves. Supple, elegant tannins and a fresh seam of acidity are beautifully balanced with a vibrant explosion of fruit on the palate. Juicy flavours of red and black fruits, and a hint of chocolate, dominate the lengthy finish. Blend consisting of 44% Pinotage, 29% Merlot, 25% Cabernet
Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc. The wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, WS: 89, Platter: 88 |
| KADETTE CAPE BLEND | 2020 | 10.45 |
| Crimson red in colour, with complimenting aromas of raspberries, dark cherries, black plums, cinnamon, and all spice. Supple, elegant tannins supported by fresh acidity which is balanced with an explosion of fruit on the palate. Juicy flavours of red and black fruits, and a hint of chocolate, all which lingers on the finish. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. 43% Pinotage, 33% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc. |
| Tim Atkin: 91, WS: 88, Platter: 86 |
| KADETTE CAPE BLEND | 2021 | 11.45 |
| It's floral, smooth and refined, with a kiss of oak,
blackcurrant leaf and summer pudding flavours and supple tannins. The wine was
matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. Blend of 39% Pinotage, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon,
27% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Platter: 88 |
| KADETTE PINOTAGE * | 2020 | 11.30 |
| Attractive deep plum, with scented aromas of red currants, black cherry, strawberry confit and nutmeg and wood spice. The palate is medium-full bodied and opulent, with finely textured tannins and flavours of red pastille sweets, bright cherries and a hint of nutmeg oak spice and dark chocolate. The acidity is in balance with the fruit and wood components, and adds a sparkle of freshness to the red and black fruit flavours on the finish. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, Wine & Spirits Mag.: 89, WS: 89, Platter: 88 |
| KADETTE PINOTAGE | 2021 | 12.25 |
| Bramble, strawberry and
liquorice flavours are complemented by succulent tannins and spicy, scented oak. The wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers
oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, WS:89, Platter: 88 |
| PAUL SAUER 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION * | 2009 | 99.30 |
| A limited edition Paul Sauer from the 2009 vintage which is specially labelled and packaged in a striking gift box to commemorate 50 years of the Kanonkop wine brand from 1973 â 2023.
A classic blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Franc. This is a fitting tribute to our winemakers Jan Boland Coetzee, Beyers Truter and Abrie Beeslaar who have crafted our wines over five decades, as well as to the Estate s legendary founder, Paul Sauer. |
| IWSC – Pichon Longueville Trophy for Best Blended Red Wine, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| PAUL SAUER | 2019 | 40.65 |
| The saturated ruby colour is complemented by a dense and interwoven complexity of tilled earth, nutmeg, bouquet garni, with classic cedar and red- and black fruits. The wine remains classic, refined, with an elegant structure. The tannins are precise, and together with the clever use of new oak, creates the perfect backdrop to host the complex fruit spectrum. A long, and youthful finish. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 24 months in 100% new 225L French Nevers oak barrels. 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet
Franc, 11% Merlot. |
| Tim Atkin: 98, Platter: 93, Wine Spectator: 91 |
| PAUL SAUER | 2020 | 44.75 |
| This classic wine with a saturated ruby colour, is complemented by a dense
and interwoven complexity of tilled earth, bouquet garni, with red- and black
currant and cedar. The wine is refined, with an elegant structure, precise
tannins, and together with the clever use of new oak, creates the perfect
backdrop to host the complex fruit spectrum. A long, and youthful finish. The wine was
matured for 24 months in 100% new 225L French Nevers oak barrels. Blend consisting of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet
Franc, 14% Merlot.
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| Tim Atkin: 97, Platter: 94, WS: 91 |
| PAUL SAUER (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 89.45 |
| This classic wine with a saturated ruby colour, is complemented by a dense
and interwoven complexity of tilled earth, bouquet garni, with red- and black
currant and cedar. The wine is refined, with an elegant structure, precise
tannins, and together with the clever use of new oak, creates the perfect
backdrop to host the complex fruit spectrum. A long, and youthful finish. The wine was
matured for 24 months in 100% new 225L French Nevers oak barrels. Blend consisting of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet
Franc, 14% Merlot.
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| Tim Atkin: 97, Platter: 94, WS: 91 |
| PINOTAGE | 2019 | 29.80 |
| Vibrant aromas of blueberries, ripe plums, black cherries, cinnamon and vanilla on the nose. The palate is sultry and luxurious, with densely packed flavours of berry compote, wild bramble, plum tart and spicy Christmas cake. Ripe tannins are beautifully intertwined between the layers of fruit, adding a dense and broad texture to the wine. The subtle spicy tones and plush black cherry flavours on the lingering finish completes a very elegant and age-worthy wine. The wine was matured for 16 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94, ABSA Top 10, WS: 90 |
| PINOTAGE (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2019 | 61.70 |
| Vibrant aromas of blueberries, ripe plums, black cherries, cinnamon and vanilla on the nose. The palate is sultry and luxurious, with densely packed flavours of berry compote, wild bramble, plum tart and spicy Christmas cake. Ripe tannins are beautifully intertwined between the layers of fruit, adding a dense and broad texture to the wine. The subtle spicy tones and plush black cherry flavours on the lingering finish completes a very elegant and age-worthy wine. The wine was matured for 16 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94, ABSA Top 10, WS: 90 |
| PINOTAGE (Double Magnum 3l) * | 2019 | 159.60 |
| Vibrant aromas of blueberries, ripe plums, black cherries, cinnamon and vanilla on the nose. The palate is sultry and luxurious, with densely packed flavours of berry compote, wild bramble, plum tart and spicy Christmas cake. Ripe tannins are beautifully intertwined between the layers of fruit, adding a dense and broad texture to the wine. The subtle spicy tones and plush black cherry flavours on the lingering finish completes a very elegant and age-worthy wine. The wine was matured for 16 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94, ABSA Top 10, WS: 90 |
| PINOTAGE | 2020 | 30.70 |
| Bright purple-red colour. Bold aromas of plums, blackberries, hints of liquorice and tar, layers of smoke, roasted nuts and rich vanilla on the nose. The palate is packed with flavours of plums, cherries, black figs, dark chocolate, blackberries and spicy oak. The beautifully integrated plush, creamy tannins with satisfying acidity result in a wonderfully balanced wine with a long finish, promising great maturation potential. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 18 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93, WS: 91 |
| PINOTAGE | 2021 | 32.45 |
| Bright red in colour, with a purple hue. This Pinotage offers bold plums,
blackberries, with layers of liquorice, smoke, roasted nuts and rich vanilla on
the nose. Followed by a palate packed with plums, black and red cherries,
and dark chocolate, and spicy oak, The integrated and plush ripe tannins
together with the satisfying acidity results in a balanced wine with a long
finish, promising great maturation potential. the wine was
matured for 18 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers
oak barrels. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| PINOTAGE (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2021 | 64.90 |
| Bright red in colour, with a purple hue. This Pinotage offers bold plums,
blackberries, with layers of liquorice, smoke, roasted nuts and rich vanilla on
the nose. Followed by a palate packed with plums, black and red cherries,
and dark chocolate, and spicy oak, The integrated and plush ripe tannins
together with the satisfying acidity results in a balanced wine with a long
finish, promising great maturation potential. the wine was
matured for 18 months in 80% new and 20% second fill 225L French Nevers
oak barrels. |
| Platter: 95, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| PINOTAGE BLACK LABEL * | 2017 | 137.50 |
| Deep purple colour, with intense floral and perfumed top notes of rose petals, followed by aromas of strawberries, mulberries and hints of oak spice. The mid palate is filled with plush flavours of red fruits, plums and chocolate. Seamlessly integrated oak and velvety tannins adds great support and structure. A big, mouth filling, complex and powerful wine, yet elegant at the same time. 100% Pinotage from 64 year old bush vines. 18 months in 100 % new 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 96, Neal Martin: 96, Wine Advocate: 94, WS: 92 |
| PINOTAGE BLACK LABEL * | 2018 | 137.50 |
| Deep purple colour, with intense perfumed top notes of rose petals, cinnamon spice, black cherries and dark chocolate. A decadently rich and layered wine, with bold flavours of black cherries, dark plums and wild bramble fruit. The seamlessly integrated oak and velvety tannins add firm support and structure to the sultry fruit core. A big, complex and powerful wine; the proverbial iron fist in a velvet glove! Low yielding 65 year old vines. The wine was matured for 18 months in 100% new 225L French Nevers oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Neal Martin: 94, Platter: 93, Decanter: 91 |
Lourensford |
A magnificent estate nestled in the Helderberg Mountains. Lourensford Estate, founded in 1700, a proud history joins with a dynamic new vision to create a giant among South African wine producers. Novare Trophy 2020 for SA Terroir Top Wine Estate. |
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| CHARDONNAY Ltd Release | 2019 | 15.95 |
| The wine has intense ripe pineapple and melon flavours on the nose. It is supported with white peach, apricot and hints of jasmine, lemongrass and ginger. Voluptuous butterscotch, orange peel, roasted cashew nuts and hints of vanilla flavours in the wine reminds of a wet pine forest floor in autumn. The wine has a brilliant linear acidity and dominant dense mineral core with layered sweetness and balanced acidity due to the natural fermentation. Impressive roundness on the pallet and a beautifully integrated texture with flavours of orange blossom and lemony zest supported by a creamy finish. 37% new Burgundian style wine barrels and 48% 2nd fill barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 90, Platter: 90 |
| CHARDONNAY Kleipot * | 2018 | 37.65 |
| The wine has elegant flavours of citrus, pineapple and melon on the nose. It is supported with white peach, green apple and hints of jasmine, lemongrass and ginger. The wine has a brilliant linear acidity and dominant dense mineral core with layered sweetness and balanced flinty acidity due to the natural fermentation and aging in the terracotta amphora. The roundness on the palate and a beautifully integrated texture with flavours of orange blossom and lemony zest supported by a concentrated textured finish coats your mouth and make you want to spend more time in the presence of this big wine. 381 bottles produced. |
| Tim Atkin: 92 |
| CHRYSALIS WHITE * | 2016 | 23.90 |
| This is the creme-de-la-creme of our white wines from select sections of the best single-vineyards. It is skillfully and meticulously blended from the best barrels in the cellar to express the essence of our unique terroir.
The wine is layered with fragrant aromas and exotic flavours. Asparagus and green fig aromas first appear on the nose infused with spices of clove and hints of cinnamon followed by butterscotch, white peach and pear aromas. With every sip more and more flavours are exposed. There are hints of wood aged characters but no visible oak. It is a beautifully crafted and sophisticated wine with lots of layered flavours and rich finesse of balanced fruit and acidity with a long, lovely finish and lingering aftertaste. Blend of 73% Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier |
| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 92 |
| NOBLE LATE HARVEST (375 ml) * | 2014 | 12.55 |
| This 100% Semillon has an alluring bright gold colour with a beautiful, inviting nose filled with ripe tropical fruits along with peach, pear, kumquat and a hint of nettles and greengage, all on a backdrop of Botrytis. There is an intense concentration in the mouth with great balance of all components held together by keen acidity while fynbos honey, toasted nuts and caramel lingers in the background. Super now yet has many years of development to do. With a touch of wood. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 91, Novare SA Terroir Wine Awards Top Single Vineyard Wine and Top Natural Sweet Wine, Michelangelo: GG |
| ROUSSANNE Kleipot * | 2019 | 36.70 |
| The wine has elegant flavours of citrus, Frangipani blossoms, brioche and hints of camomile and apricots. The wine has a brilliant linear acidity and dominant dense mineral core with layered sweetness and balanced flinty acidity due to the natural carbonic fermentation and aging in the terracotta amphora. The has a roundness on the palate and a beautifully integrated texture with flavours of pineapple, ginger and lemony zest supported by a concentrated textured finish of delicate tannins that coats your mouth and makes you want to spend more time in the presence of this big wine. 408 bottles produced. |
| Tim Atkin: 90 |
| CABERNET / MERLOT The Dome Ethel * | 2016 | 15.00 |
| Aromas of blackcurrants & raspberry greet you on the nose along with tea leaf nuances and hints of cedar wood. The palate is distinguished and complex with a refreshing acidity supported by soft, silky smooth tannins. The flavours from the nose follow through to the juicy palate along with flavours of cassis. These fresh, fruity flavours will linger on the palate and slowly fade away. Blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. Matured for 19 months in French oak barrels, 35% of which were new. |
| Tim Atkin: 90, Platter: 90 |
| CHRYSALIS RED * | 2016 | 28.60 |
| Aromas of ripe blackberry and mulberry fruit flavours with cherries and a touch of Cape fynbos greet you on the nose. The palate is dense, structured and explosive, bursting with upfront berry fruit flavours. The wine has a refreshing acidity and the complex palate will awaken your taste buds. Decant the wine for maximum enjoyment. Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. After maturation for 19 months in French oak (73% new), only the best barrels were selected. |
| Michelangelo GG, Platter: 92, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| MERLOT Ltd Release | 2017 | 20.15 |
| Aromas of red cherry as well as mulberry fruit flavours, plums and cigar box greet you on the nose. The flavours from the nose follow through to the juicy palate with a smooth, silky elegance on the finish. The complex palate will awaken your taste buds and leave you wanting more of this big, bold wine. Decant for maximum enjoyment. Spent 19 months in 300l French oak barrels, 65% of which were new. |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Platter: 91 |
| SMV Ltd Release * | 2018 | 20.15 |
| Flavours of blackberries, red berries and plums with hints of black pepper greet you on the nose. The flavours from the nose follow through to the palate along with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon spice. 85% Shiraz, 12% Mourvedre, 3% Viognier. The wine spent 17 months in 300 to 500 liter French oak barrels of which 35% were new and 65% older barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 88, Michelangelo: GG, Platter: 91, Gilbert & Gaillard: 91 |
Maastricht |
Wine making lies in the blood of the Louw family that has been involved in making wine in Durbanville over many centuries. |
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| SAUVIGNON BLANC * | 2022 | 9.90 |
| The nose is intense and complex with tropical fruit,
gooseberry and passion fruit flavors and a hint of green fig.
These distinctive aromas support a wonderfully balanced
palate, presenting purity of ripe fruit. The palate weight of
Maastricht Sauvignon Blanc is also a distinguishing factor,
adding to the prestige of this variety synonymous with
Durbanville Valley. After fermentation, the wine was allowed to mature on
the lees for a minimum of two months to gain extra
complexity. |
| Concours Mondial du Sauvignon: Gold, Tim Atkin: 88 |
| ROSE - PINOTAGE | 2019 | 8.95 |
| Beautiful salmon coloured Pinotage Rose with notes of pomegranate, cranberry with nuances of candy floss and floral notes add to the complexity of this wine. |
| Platter: 81 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON * | 2017 | 11.00 |
| The nose shows spicy aromas, complemented by coffee, dark chocolate and cigar box notes. Dark berry fruit, cherries and spice follow through on the palate. This is a full bodied wine with soft, but firm tannins, giving a balanced mouth feel and long finish. Maturation into 225l French Oak barrels. Minimum fining and filtering was done before bottling. |
| Veritas: Bronze, Prescient: 90, Platter: 85 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2019 | 11.00 |
| A full-bodied dry Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting an intense ruby red colour. Flavours of blackcurrant, pencil shavings and spice is evident on the nose. These flavours follow through on the palate, to produce a complex wine with juicy tannins and a velvety finish. Will mature well over the next 10 years. Ageing in French oak lasted 12 months in 30% new oak. |
| Platter: 83 |
| MERLOT | 2021 | 11.90 |
| Savoury, with cardamon, clove & curry leaf spicing up the pretty plum fruit. Unforced, energetic and engaging, very satisfying with juicy and elegant mouthfeel. Malolactic fermentation took place in tank before the wine was racked into 225L French Oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 87, Platter: 85 |
| PINOTAGE | 2018 | 11.00 |
| Red fruits and a touch of black cherry, combined with hints of toasty elegantly soft tannins and a big, juicy mouthfeel rounding off the wine. For barrel maturation, 60% French and 40% American oak was used, comprising 40% new wood, with the balance made up of 2nd and 3rd fill barrels. The wine was matured for 12 months. |
| Platter: 85, Veritas: Silver Outstanding |
| PINOT NOIR * | 2017 | 14.20 |
| Good colour intensity for this famously light-coloured varietal. The nose of the wine is driven by red fruit and hints of spice, rounded off by an elegant and juicy tannin structure, typical of the Durbanville area. For barrel maturation, 100% French oak was used (10% new) with the balance made up of 2nd and 3rd fill barrels. The wine was matured for 12 months.
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| Platter: 83, Michelangelo: Gold, Veritas: Silver |
Meerlust |
Meerlust, with its historic manor house, classic wine cellar, family cemetery, dovecote and bird sanctuary is situated fifteen km south of Stellenbosch and is uniquely positioned for the production of wines with exceptional complexity and character. |
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| CHARDONNAY * | 2021 | 20.25 |
| Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing nose of apricot, peach, pear, lemon zest and floral notes with hints of toasted almonds. On the palate the wine is well structured and linear but retains generous focused stone fruit flavours with sleek, balanced, and crisp acidity. The wine remains vivacious and fresh on the finish with clean citrus fruit under pinned by minerality. The wine has a long, very pleasant lingering finish. Maturation took place in a mix of 50% new and 50% second fill 300lt oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 91, WS: 90 |
| CHARDONNAY * | 2023 | 22.30 |
| A mix of 30% new, 33% second fill 300lt and 32% third fill barrels are used, and this vintage sees
the first introduction of 5% fermented in concrete tank. |
| Tim Atkin: 93 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2014 | 45.50 |
| The Meerlust Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 has an intense, youthful purple colour with slight gradation at the rim. On the nose the wine shows intense cassis, mulberry, plum and classic cedar wood-cigar box notes with lifted dark fruit aromas. On the palate the wine is full bodied and impressively structured with rich blackcurrant and plum fruit bolstered by refined tannins and fresh natural acidity. Only the free-run wine was used and aged for 21 months in tight grained French Nevers oak barrels. 50% of the barrels were brand new with 50 % second fill casks.
Individually packed in white tin containers. |
| Platter: **** |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON * | 2020 | 23.85 |
| Very deep, youthful colour with an intense garnet hue. The nose shows dark and red fruit mixed with a slight mint note. Still young and intense, the palate is structured and packed with ripe blue berries and wonderfully elegant tannins. Dark chocolate and salted liquorice on the finish. This is a powerful vintage despite the challenging season and will provide great complexity with further maturation. Cabernet Sauvignon dominated blend with some Merlot and das of Petit Verdot. Some 18 months in oak with about 50% new. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93 |
| MERLOT | 2016 | 19.30 |
| Both sombre & lively notes of spicy tobacco along with dark fruit. Merlot with some Cabernet Franc (8%) & Petit Verdot (7%) adding as usual to complexity. Serious, richly flavoured, with sweet, bright fruit. Many years to go. 16 months in 50% new barriques. |
| Platter: 92 |
| MERLOT * | 2017 | 20.60 |
| Merlot based blend with 8% Cabernet Franc and 4.5% Petit Verdot. The dark fruit and opulence of the wine is immediately apparent. Balanced, flavourful fruit. Intense dark brambly fruit on the nose, mulberry, liquorice and damson plum with hints of dark chocolate and spice, tempered by a stony minerality. The medium-full bodied palate offers generous, ripe, pure Merlot fruit with refreshing acidity, structured yet silky tannins and pronounced length and minerality. There is a core of juiciness, opulence and richness typical of the variety, while the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot lend greater complexity to the wine. Maturation took place in 54% new French oak, 46% second fill for 17 months before bottling. |
| Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| MERLOT * | 2018 | 22.65 |
| Brick red colour with crimson edge. Typical Merlot characteristics on nose with ripe plum and
dark cherry notes underpinned by some dried herbs and oak spice. The palate is plush while
still delicate on the finish, showing complex cherry tobacco flavours coupled with a fine
acidity. This wine shows the intensity and concentration of the 2018 vintage and as with all
Merlotâs from the estate, will age gracefully and will gain in complexity and suppleness of
tannin for many years to come. 86% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot. Individual parcels are all fermented separately before undergoing malolactic
fermentation in 300 L barrels. After 8 months in barrel, the final components were selected
and blended and given another 10 months in barrel for harmonization before bottling
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| Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 92
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| MERLOT * | 2020 | 22.65 |
| Deep red with purple edges. Typical Merlot characteristics on the nose with ripe plum and
dark cherry notes underpinned by some dried herbs and oak spice. The palate is generous,
while still delicate on the finish, showing complex cherry tobacco flavours coupled with a fine
acidity. This wine shows the elegance and fruit purity of the 2020 vintage and will age gracefully and will gain in complexity and suppleness of
tannin for many years to come. 87% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. The individual parcels are all fermented separately before undergoing malolactic fermentation in 300 L barrels. After 8 months in barrel, the final components were selected and blended and given another 10 months in barrel for harmonization before bottling. |
| Platter: 93, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| PINOT NOIR * | 2018 | 19.85 |
| Intense, vivid translucent youthful purple-ruby appearance. The wine shows pronounced lifted perfume on the nose with red berry fruit, musk, wild mushrooms and hints of savoury richness and spice and a clean vibrant minerality. . On the palate there are very pure Pinot fruit flavours on entry with red cherry and musk flavours coupled with fresh acidity. The wine has layered complexity with great elegance and finesse. Very fine lacy, almost powdery tannin on the finish. The wine was matured in 50% new Allier Hogsheads and 50% second fill Hogsheads for 11 months before bottling. |
| Platter: 91 |
| PINOT NOIR | 2020 | 21.20 |
| Intense, vivid opaque youthful purple-ruby appearance. The wine shows pronounced lifted floral perfume on the nose with a brooding and seductive dark berry fruit, musk, wild mushrooms and hints of iron, savoury richness and spice and an intense vibrant minerality.
On the palate there are very pure Pinot fruit flavours on entry with red cherry and musk flavours coupled with fresh acidity. The wine has layered complexity with great elegance and finesse. Very fine lacy, almost powdery tannin on the finish. 25% of the wine raised in a new 2500 L French oak foudre, with the balance being matured in 60% new tight grain Allier oak and 40% second-fill 300 liter casks. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, Platter: 88 |
| RUBICON (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2015 | 52.05 |
| The wine is showing all of the hallmarks of a great, classic vintage of Rubicon. Incredibly dense purple-ebony core with very slight gradation at the rim. The nose is brooding, dark bramble fruit, cassis, plum, incense and liquorice, it is still very tightly coiled, slowly offering cigar box, crushed stone and subtle oak spice. On the palate the wine is concentrated yet restrained with dark fruit flavours of pastille, mulberry and dark chocolate, all held in an intricate lattice of polished sleek grape tannin. Promises a long future of maturation and enjoyment. 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot. The wine spend a total of 18 months in 300L barrels, 66% new French Nevers and 44% second fill casks. Individually packed in black tin containers.
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| Winemag: 94, Tom Cannavan: 94, Platter: 93, WS: 89 |
| RUBICON (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2017 | 56.85 |
| A classy wine from a really top vintage. Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with 32% Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this is a subtle, refined, nuanced Rubicon with herbal, earthy, tobacco and graphite perfume, fine 60% new wood, polished tannins and a long, graceful finish. Traditional in style and rightly proud of it. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 95, J. Robinson: 16,5, WS: 91, Cellar Tracker: 90 |
| RUBICON * | 2020 | 28.30 |
| Cabernet Sauvignon-led, with a supporting cast of 41% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot, this is the latest in a run of impressive Rubicon releases, showing classic poise, elegance and refinement. Detailed, pure and well balanced, it has cassis, bramble and tobacco leaf flavours, scented oak and refreshing acidity. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Platter: 93 |
Pongracz |
There are a great many things that need to align to compose a single bottle of Pongracz. Noble varietals, knowledge and expertise are just a few of the pieces of an ensemble that forms the symphony that is one of South Africas finest Methode Cap Class. |
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| SPARKLING BRUT | NV | 14.30 |
| Pinot Noir & Chardonnay blend. |
| Mondial de Bx: Grand Gold, DWWA: 90, Tim Atkin: 89, IWC: Bronze |
| ROSE - SPARKLING * | NV | 15.10 |
| Crisp, fresh & lively. Stewed cranberries, wet leaves & light, savoury lees, 10,5 g/l sugar balances mid-palate beautifully. Blend of 60% Pinot noir and 40% Chardonnay. |
| IWSC: Silver 90, Platter: 86 |
Rijks Private Cellar |
Elegance, finesse, complexity and concentration of fruit are the hallmarks of the wines of Rijks Private Cellar. Fine food wines are produced here to satisfy the most sophisticated palates. Pierre Wahl is Diners Club's winemaker of the year 2016. |
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| CHENIN BLANC (Touch of Oak) | 2021 | 10.95 |
| A beautiful bouquet of lime, grapefruit and Granny Smith Apples. The palate is perfectly balanced with a layered, creamy palate of orange, white peaches and tropical fruit. Excellent ageing potential and superb versatility with a wide variety of dishes complete this irresistible package. The subtle use of oak helps to uplift the fruity characters of this versatile cultivar. 25% of barrel-fermented wine was blended with the tank-fermented portion (75%) to add a wooded dimension. |
| CHENIN BLANC (Touch of Oak) | 2022 | 12.55 |
| Exuberantly fresh. Explodes with bright, sunny tropical fruit, gains honeyed spiciness from 20% old barrel fermented portion. Fatness & body from 11 months on lees.
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| Tim Atkin: 89, Platter: 89 |
| CHENIN BLANC PRIVATE CELLAR * | 2020 | 15.85 |
| This wine has intense yellow fruit aromas of peach, nectarines and orange blossoms. These aromas carry through onto a creamy palate that finishes with a lively acidity with hints of ginger and a leesy complexity. Excellent ageing potential and superb versatility with a wide variety of dishes complete this irresistible package. 30% of the wine was cold fermented in tank to retain freshness and fruit, and 70% was fermented in French and Hungarian 300 litre barrels. |
| CHENIN BLANC PRIVATE CELLAR | 2023 | 17.80 |
| Elegance, finesse, complexity and concentration of fruit - full bodied.
The nose shows attractive aromas of melon, fynbos and delicate
floral perfume. These aromas carry through onto a palate that has
pure fruit, lively acidity and a pithy finish. Nectarine, orange and a
leesy complexity adds interest. Excellent ageing potential and superb
versatility with a wide variety of dishes complete this irresistible
package.
30% of the wine was cold fermented in tank to retain freshness and fruit, and 70% was fermented in French and Hungarian 300 litre barrels. |
| CHENIN BLANC RESERVE | 2023 | 24.75 |
| Bright yellow in colour, this beautifully made wine has an attractive
bouquet of peach, nectarines and marzipan. The wine is medium
bodied with flavours of orange, yellow plum and tangerine on the
palate. These flavours are supported by the delicate use of oak which
allows them to shine and brings structure to this refined wine. A long
finish and lasting aftertaste. This wine was fermented in
40% new, 40% 2nd fill and 20% 3rd fill 300 litre French oak barrels.
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| CHENIN BLANC 888 GOLD * | 2019 | 78.90 |
| Intense nose of plum and ripe peach accompanied by notes of
cracked almonds. These aromas carry through on a rich, multi-
layered palate with a lingering, yet gentle, aftertaste.
100% barrel fermented and matured for 16 months in a new and a 2nd fill 300 litre French
oak barrel. |
| PINOTAGE (Touch of Oak) | 2021 | 14.90 |
| This intense dark red coloured wine shows striking aromatics of red
berry and black cherries. Floral fragrance and fynbos notes carry
through onto a rich, velvety and complex palate. Dense fruit, bright
acidity and layers of well rounded tannins. The gentle presence of
oak on the nose and palate supports this delicious Pinotage. Matured for
20 months in 20% 2nd fill, 40% 3rd fill, and 40% 4th fill French oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Platter: 87, Investec: 85 |
| PINOTAGE PRIVATE CELLAR | 2020 | 25.50 |
| This deep coloured, medium bodied Pinotage has a complex nose of
mulberry, ripe cherries and plum. These red fruit aromas carry
through onto a rich palate, supported by a good concentration of
tannin and well-integrated oak, which lends subtle wood spice that
compliments the fruit. Matured for
22 months in 60% French and 40% American oak barrels. A total of
40% new, 30% 2nd fill and 30% 3rd fill barrels were used for ageing. |
| Tim Atkin: 91, Investec: 90
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| PINOTAGE RESERVE | 2017 | 37.75 |
| This wine has a multi-layered fruit spectrum, which ranges from ripe red fruit aromas to spicy elegance and a blackberry richness. These expressive aromas carry through onto a rich, creamy palate where it lingers for moments after. The 2016 shows the power of the vintage, without compromising elegance and finesse. Silky, well-integrated and graphite tannins ensure excellent longevity. MLF took place in barrels, after which it was matured for 22 months in 60% new and 40% 2nd fill French oak barrels. This wine was made by blending a strict selection of the finest 20 barrels. |
| PINOTAGE RESERVE | 2018 | 41.20 |
| Still young for a 2018, this is a stylish, very well-judged Pinotage from 23-year-old vines on
Rijk's Tulbagh estate. Intense, textured, layered and very aromatic, it handles its 60% new
French oak comfortably, showcasing flavours of plum, bramble and blueberry and finely
judged, patrician tannins. Will continue to develop in bottle. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94 |
| PINOTAGE 888 GOLD LABEL * | 2012 | 93.00 |
| This dark red coloured wine has intense red fruit aromas of cherry, strawberry and cranberry, withunderlying coconut and cinnamon spice on the nose. These exquisite aromas carry through onto a rich, creamy palate where it lingers for moments after the wine exits the palate. Silky, well-integrated and elegant tannins keep this wine in perfect harmony and balance. Matured for 22 months in 66% new and 34% 2nd fill French oak barrels. Blending a strict selection of 3 barrels made this wine. |
| PINOTAGE 888 GOLD LABEL * | 2013 | 95.00 |
| A dense, full-fruited and powerful wine, the bouquet is loaded with ripe, brambly berry and plum aromas that are hit with complementary notes of black pepper and a touch of cocoa powder. The palate is plush and decadent, with superb balance between the supple yet structured tannins, ample acidity and bold black-fruit flavours. Matured for 22 months in 66% new and 34% 2nd fill French oak barrels. A strict selection of 3 barrels. |
| PINOTAGE / SYRAH BLEND * | 2014 | 23.75 |
| Elegance, finesse, complexity and concentration of fruit will be found in this full bodied blend of 67% Pinotage and 33% Syrah. Rich and intense red colour. Vibrant and complex nose of mulberry, dark chocolate and some hints of fynbos perfume. Pinotage adds the fruit and richness, while Syrah adds the structure and spice. The mid palette is creamy and finishes with well-rounded mature tannins. Well-integrated oak lends subtle wood spices which compliment the fruit. The Pinotage matured for 22 months in 60% French and 40% American 300 litre oak barrels, and the Syrah for 22 months in 100% French oak barrels. 50% new, 30% 2nd fill and 20% 3rd fill were used for maturing. |
| Tim Atkin: 90 |
| SHIRAZ RESERVE * | 2012 | 30.40 |
| Exceptional vibrant deep red colour. Complex nose of white and black pepper spices with bramble and black fruit undertones. Vibrant acid level which carries through onto a multi-layered rich palate that is rounded off by smooth silky tannins. The integration of oak spice and tannin adds real depth and complexity. Matured for 22 months in 40% new and 60% 2nd fill 300 litre French barrels. |
Rustenberg |
Vineyards producing the grapes for Rustenberg wines climb the rich red slopes of the Simonsberg and Helderberg. The style of wine determines the vineyard to be used. A range of slopes allows site-specific plantings that enhance varietal characteristics. |
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| CHARDONNAY | 2022 | 12.85 |
| Apricot, coconut and orange peel aromas followed by flavours of marzipan, sponge cake and citrus rounded off with carefully judged oak and balanced, fresh acidity. |
| IWSC: Gold 95, Decanter WWA: 92, Platter: 91, Tim Atkin: 90, IWC: 90 |
| CHARDONNAY FIVE SOLDIERS | 2022 | 27.55 |
| Carefully selected Chardonnay bunches from the Five Soldiers Vineyard are hand harvested for this special wine and then given royal
treatment in the cellar. The final product is a very complex full-bodied wine, approachable in its youth however
careful cellaring will exhibit the depth of the wine s complexity and will reward patience. Characters of ripe citrus, melon and peach with great minerality,
rounded out by well-judged oaking. A very complex wine with a
long and creamy finish and a good acid backbone. Aged for 15 months in 70% New Burgundian 300L Hogsheads (remainder 2nd fill). Aging Potential 10+ years from vintage under ideal cellaring conditions. |
| IWSC: 94, James Suckling: 93, Tim Atkin:92, IWC: 92, DWWA: 91 |
| CHENIN BLANC | 2022 | 8.05 |
| Aromas of pineapple and yellow pear follow through to a crisp, textured palate complemented by characters of citrus. Unoaked. |
| Platter: 88 |
| GRENACHE BLANC * | 2022 | 8.05 |
| Medium-bodied with orchard, stone & citrus fruit aromas & flavours. Will pair well with seafood, poultry & spiced dishes. Unoaked. |
| Decanter WWA: 92, IWSC: 90, Platter: 86 |
| ROUSSANNE | 2021 | 10.45 |
| This wine has a fragrant perfume of lilies, as well as peach and apricot fruit with complex flavours of green apple, are evident on the palate. Characters of sweeter pineapple, flesh out the mid-palate and give weight to a peppery finish with great minerality. Unoaked. |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC | 2022 | 8.70 |
| Tropical fruits, with underlying tones of pineapple and passion fruit on a fresh, crisp and palate with prodigious length. Unoaked. |
| Concours Mondial du Sauvignon: Gold,Decanter WWA: 92, James Suckling: 92 Platter: 88, Tim Atkin: 88 |
| PETIT VERDOT ROSE * | 2019 | 7.25 |
| This Petit-Verdot rose exhibits an abundance of cherry and strawberry fruit with a fresh, clean palate. Intense colour and flavour. |
| Platter: 81 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON | 2021 | 10.45 |
| The wine shows typical Cabernet Sauvignon flavour and aroma profiles of dark berries and tobacco with a well-structured and lengthy palate. |
| Platter: 92, Decanter WWA: 89 |
| CAB. SAUV. PETER BARLOW (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2018 | 56.80 |
| Concentrated cassis, black cherries and some herbaceousness on
the nose and palate. Oak ageing for 20 months in 64% new, 36% 2nd and 3rd fill French oak barrels.
Ageing potential is some 10 to 15 years from vintage under ideal cellaring conditions. |
| Tim Atkin: 95, Decanter WWA: 93, James Suckling: 92, Platter: 92 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON PETER BARLOW * | 2020 | 27.55 |
| The oldest
Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard on the estate is named the Peter Barlow block and consistently produces powerful, long-
lived Cabernet Sauvignon that is given the best possible treatment in the cellar. Rich aromas of red and black fruits, cedar, and clove, with lively
acidity and velvety tannins. Outstanding balance of oak integration
and fruit weight, with a long finish. Oak ageing for 20 months in 64% new, 36% 2nd and 3rd fill French oak barrels.
Ageing Potential 10 to 15 years from vintage under ideal cellaring conditions. |
| Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 94, James Suckling: 92 |
| JOHN X MERRIMAN (375ml) | 2016 | 7.00 |
| The John X Merriman is a powerful wine that rewards aging. In
its youth the wine is worth decanting and expresses cassis, black
currant and dark fruits complemented with cigar tobacco and
sour cherry notes. As the wine ages and its fine grained tannins
soften a softer more savoury palate develops revealing
wonderful drinkability and tertiary complexity. Blend consisting of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 5% Petit
Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Matured for 20 months in 35% new French barriques; 65% 2nd & 3rd fill. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 93, Decanter: 92, IWC: 90, Veritas: Bronze |
| JOHN X MERRIMAN | 2021 | 15.20 |
| Cassis, black currant and dark fruits complemented with cigar
tobacco and sour cherry notes. The wine spent 20 months in 35% New French barriques with the remaining 65% 2nd & 3rd fill.
The ageing potential of this blend composed of Cabernet Sauvignon 63%, Merlot 20%, Malbec 11%, Petit Verdot
6% is some 10 to 15 years from vintage under ideal cellaring conditions. |
| Platter: 96, Tim Atkin: 92, Decanter WWA: 92, James Suckling: 91 |
| MERLOT * | 2022 | 10.80 |
| Rich aromas of blackberries, cassis, eucalyptus and dark chocolate
follow through to a smooth palate that is both balanced and well-
rounded with fine grained tannins. 11 Months oak maturation in 20% new and 80% 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th fill French 225L barrels. The
ageing potential is 8 to 10+ years from vintage. |
| SHIRAZ | 2016 | 10.50 |
| This Shiraz has plenty of natural brambly red and black fruit on
the well-defined nose. The palate is medium-bodied with a fine
line of acidity, crisp tannins and expressive red berry fruit mixed
with spice and cloves on the finish. Matured for 16 months in 98% French oak and 2% American oak barrels. |
| Platter: 87 |
Two Oceans |
"Styled for easy drinking, the Two Oceans range of varietal and blended whites and reds shows how it is possible to fuse character with elegance. These are well-proportioned wines that offer pure palate pleasure, giving them celebrated appeal." |
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| SAUVIGNON BLANC * | 2022 | 6.50 |
| Pale straw colour; quince, citrus, minerally and yeasty aromas; extra dry, medium bodied, easy drinking with soft lingering quince and citrus flavours. |
| Mundus Vini: Silver |
| ROSE Lightkeeper | 2022 | 6.50 |
| Light style rose with low alcohol level of just 9.5 degrees. Blend of Sauvignon Blanc and red Moscato, harvested early to preserve all the fresh natural flavours and aromas and deliver a well-balanced taste with great mouthfeel.
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| CABERNET / MERLOT | 2023 | 6.60 |
| Medium-bodied and well-balanced with a smooth entry, layered with soft fruit and an underlying touch of oak.
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Vergelegen |
"NEW WORLD WINERY OF THE YEAR, Wine Enthousiast Magazine USA 2005" / "BEST SOUTH AFRICAN WINERY" Wine Magazine SA 2004-2008 / "MOST SUCCESSFUL PRODUCER" Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show SA 2002-2004/2006 |
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| BRUT MMV * | 2016 | 29.65 |
| Lovely fine mousse with a hint of toast, citrus, spice and baked apples. Long, lingering and refreshing aftertaste. 100% Chardonnay. |
| Gilbert & Gaillard: 94 |
| CHARDONNAY RESERVE * | 2017 | 16.80 |
| Vergelegen's Reserve bottling is a single vineyard wine, made from a block planted with five different clones at 150 meters. It's a rich, textured style showing toasty, vanilla and citrus fruit flavours. Maturation in 35% new French oak barrels topped off by second-fill and third-fill barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, Platter: 93 |
| GVB WHITE BLEND * | 2018 | 27.30 |
| Tight, focused and beautifully integrated with herbal (fynbos) grapefruity flavours, ripe tropical notes and a long, focused aftertaste. Semillon 50% & Schaapenberg Sauvignon Blanc 50%. Slightly oaked. |
| Prescient Top Ten, Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 94 |
| SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVE | 2022 | 17.55 |
| The grapes come from the famous Schaapenberg Vineyard on the Schaapenberg Hill. This hill functioned as Governor Van der Stels look out for ships rounding Cape Point. The 2.5 hectare single vineyard was planted in 1988 and is located 6,5 km from False Bay, directly south-facing at 320 meters above sea level. |
| SEMILLON RESERVE * | 2017 | 16.50 |
| Attractive light green colour. Nose shows delicate citrus, white flowers, honey and spice. The wine is finely focused, complex and well balanced with a crisp acidity. Excellent with mussel soup, salmon, grilled Yellowtail and chicken. Stunning with seared tuna and scallops. Eight months fermentation took place in 225 litre French oak barrels.
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| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93 |
| STRAW WINE * | 2013 | 10.25 |
| Grapes were either dried on the vines or on wooden pallets. The grapes were not crushed or de-stemmed but fermented on the skins. The fermenting sweet juice was transferred to old barrels for completion of alcoholic fermentation. Ripe, tropical fruit abounds on the nose but the wine does not become dull and uninteresting due to marvelous acidity and freshness on the palate. Serve well chilled at 8-10 degrees Centigrade. Do not serve with chocolate in any form! Blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Semillon. |
| Platter: ****½ |
| STRAW WINE * | 2015 | 10.60 |
| Ripe, tropical fruit abounds. 100% Semillon grapes were either dried on the vines or on wooden pallets. The wine spent 15 months in old oak. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 92 |
| CABERNET / MERLOT | 2020 | 12.30 |
| Bright dark red. On the nose striking cassis underlined with cedar and a fresh ripe fruit character. On the palate the freshness carries through with a long-lasting aftertaste. The grapes were handpicked and spent 18 months in 20% new French oak barrels which adds to the complexity and finesse of this wine. The blend is composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Drinking beautifully now it will improve even more in the bottle over the next 5-10 years. |
| Tim Atkin: 90, Platter: 89 |
| DNA * | 2018 | 19.50 |
| Compote of berry fruit nicely rounded by chocolate and coffee notes. The tannin structure is round and soft with a lingering aftertaste. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine went into 100% new French oak barrels for 16 months. Blend of Cabernet Franc 87% and Merlot 13%. |
| GVB RED BLEND | 2013 | 31.60 |
| The 2013 is a beautiful and elegant wine with good concentration and lovely fruit. The tannins are ripe and the wine has a long aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon 55%; Merlot 35%; Cabernet Franc 5%; Petit Verdot 5%. Maturation in 40% new French oak barrels for 17 months. |
| Platter: 93 |
| GVB RED BLEND | 2017 | 35.40 |
| The grapes for the GVB blend are sourced from the Rondekop Vineyards grown at 200 to 220 meters above sea level. These vineyards are extremely wind exposed and this leads to thick skinned berries that deliver very concentrated juice. The 2017 vintage yields a wine of great complexity and distinction. The nose has expressions of red fruits, hints of grilled fenneland wafts of tobacco and cigar box which fill the glass. The palate has great texture and finesse and this vintage is offering great drinkability already. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine went into 50% new French oak barrels for 18 months. Blend consisting of Cabernet Sauvignon 67%, Merlot 21% and 12% Cabernet Franc. Accessible now but will reward careful cellaring over the next 10 to 15 years. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 93 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE | 2017 | 21.80 |
| The grapes were selected from Vergelegens Rooiland and Stonepine vineyards. The wine spent 18 months in barrel; 40% new oak from coopers Taransaud, Darnajou and Sylvain. The wine is complex, showing blackcurrants, spice, ripe plums and attractive wood aromas and flavours. It is full and rich with prominent tannins that bode well for future ageing. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 93 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON FIRST THOUGHT | 2015 | 28.80 |
| First Thought Cabernet Sauvignon is from a modern, early ripening clone on north-westerly facing slopes. Matured for 18 months in French oak, 100% new, the nose shows red currant and plums, rose petal and the merest hint of fynbos. The palate is medium bodied with pure fruit, fresh acidity and a classically dry finish. Only 4 barrels made. Winemakers comment: Deep colour with aromas of black currant, cocoa powder, chicory and peppery herbs balanced with subtle sweetness and supported by firm ripe tannins.
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| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 92, Winemag.co.za: 92/100 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON THE LAST WORD * | 2015 | 28.80 |
| A classical Cabernet at its best bright ruby red, tight packed fruit and firm tannins. Initially its appears leaner and more restrained with tighter mouth feel that evolves into an explosion of flavours. The wine was matured in 100% new 225L French barrels for 18 months. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 91 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON V * | 2015 | 64.25 |
| The nose is complex, showing blackcurrants, red cherries, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas. These develop in the glass and are joined by raspberry, black cherry, spice and a hint of gaminess. On the palate the wine is concentrated but elegant, with fine-grained tannins. These tannins soften even further in the glass, resulting in a luxurious wine with a long aftertaste. The 2015 is a great vintage destined to live forever. The V was matured in 100% new French oak for 18 months. Blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon 80% with Cabernet Franc 10% and Merlot 10%. |
| Tim Atkin: 96, Gilbert & Gaillard: 96, Platter: 96, IWSC: Silver 91 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON V * | 2017 | 66.50 |
| The vineyard used for the production of the V is Stone Pine IV. This vineyard consists of two adjacent units on the west to northwest facing inland slopes of Schaapenberg. The V consists of a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11%
Merlot and 3%
Cabernet Franc and matured in new French oak for 18 months. The nose is complex, showing blackcurrants, red cherries, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas. These develop in the glass and are joined by raspberry, black cherry, spice and a hint of gaminess. On the palate the wine is concentrated but elegant, with fine-grained tannins. These tannins soften even further in the glass, resulting in a luxurious wine with a long aftertaste. Enjoy over the next 15 to 20 years. |
| Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 94 |
| MERLOT RESERVE | 2017 | 21.80 |
| The grapes were all selected from the vineyards of Rooiland (oak leaf and hutton soils), Saddle, Nursery & Stonepine (granites). Maturation took place in 225L French oak barrels for 16 months before bottling. Ripe plum colour with a ruby rim. The nose shows ripe fruit flavours, black cherries, plum, spice and a touch of chocolate. The ripeness of the fruit is balanced by fresh fruit acidity with soft wood and fruit tannins. The aftertaste is long and lasting. Accessible now but will continue to improve over the next 20 years. |
| Platter: 92, Tim Atkin: 91 |
| MERLOT THE MISTAKE | 2015 | 29.05 |
| The wine shows ripe berry fruit, hints of cherry and spice with lovely fine tannins on the aftertaste. Merlot 90% & Cabernet Sauvignon 10%. The wine matured for 18 months in 50% new French 225L barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 93, Platter: 91, Prescient: Top 10, Gilbert & Gaillard: 93 |
Warwick Estate |
Warwick Estate is a high-end South African winery in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa. The estate has a rich farming history dating back to 1771. |
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| CHARDONNAY WHITE LADY * | 2019 | 20.50 |
| The White Lady hails from two vineyards on the Helderberg which is one of the best spots for Chardonnay in the Cape. Fresh and mineral, with stylish oak and a long, satisfying finish. |
| Platter: 97, Tim Atkin: 94, WS: 90 |
| CHARDONNAY WHITE LADY | 2022 | 23.05 |
| The wine has a rich and inviting nose with hints of citrus,
apricot, peach, toasted nuts, and spices. The palate is
powerful and packed with fruit weight, yellow apple,
toasted almonds, and freshly baked brioche with a stone
fruit medley. Fresh acidity adds balance and length to the
finish. Fermentation in 228L Burgundian French oak barrels (33% new oak, 19% second fill, 17% third fill,
21% forth fill and 10% in neutral oak). Barrels are rolled once
a month for a total aging of eleven months before selection
process and blending followed by a light filtration. |
| Veritas: Gold, Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 93, DWWA: 90, Investec: 90 |
| CHENIN BLANC OLD VINE | 2022 | 27.15 |
| The wine has an alluring nose of white peach, apple, citrus,
honey, and warm spices. The palate is rich with a creamy
texture, with citrus, dried herbs, baked yellow apple, and
spice adding depth of flavour to the mid-palate. The finish
is long and pure, supported by a crisp acidity and mineral
lingering aftertaste. Fermentation took place in 400L French oak
barrels, 10% second fill and 6% third fill and the balance in
neutral oak barrels. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Veritas: Silver, Investec: 91, Platter: 90, Prescient: 90
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| SAUVIGNON BLANC PROF. BLACK * | 2020 | 12.10 |
| Striking nose with notes of elder flower, nettles,
ripe passionfruit, and lime. The palate is alive
and zesty with an abundance of passionfruit
and citrus, beautifully textured with bright
lingering acidity. Unoaked.
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| Platter: 85 |
| FIRST LADY ROSE | 2022 | 7.75 |
| Fragrance of wild strawberries and rose petals, fruit forward palate packed with juicy watermelon as well as mouth-watering pomegranate and cranberries, soft and mouth-coating. Crisp and refreshing, yet weighty enough to play nicely with food too. 100% Pinotage |
| Platter: 84 |
| CABERNET FRANC (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2016 | 41.00 |
| Soft and elegant with smooth velvety tannins. The wine dances down the palate with a beautiful Umami character and striking notes of mulberry, ripe red berries and fennel bulb and subtle aromas of dried oregano. Maturation occurred in French oak barrels (65% new oak was used) for a period of 27 months before a strict selection process, where only the best barrels were used. |
| Tim Atkin: 95 pts & Wine of the Year, Platter: 94 |
| CABERNET FRANC | 2019 | 22.10 |
| Distinctive tomato, automn leaves, spice & just-ripe plums. Full bodied, lively, dense tannins. 33% new oak. |
| Platter: 96, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| CABERNET FRANC | 2021 | 23.05 |
| The nose bursts with violets and dried herbs, cassis, and
dark chocolate followed on to the palate with notes of
dark berries pomegranate, and cacao. The palate is
structured around very fine-grained tannins, supported
well by a dense core of fruit, and backed up by a fresh
acid. Best enjoyed 7-10 years from vintage. Afrer malolactic
fermentation the wine was racked in
French oak barrels (40% new, 30% second fill, and 30%
third fill) for a period of 22 months.
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| Tim Atkin: 94, Investec: 90 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON BLUE LADY | 2018 | 20.65 |
| The Blue Lady uses Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from three separate blocks picked over a
period of ten days. Big, rich, dense and textured, with mocha oak, well-managed tannins
and plenty of flesh and power. |
| Platter: 96, Tim Atkin: 93, WS: 92 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON BLUE LADY * | 2019 | 22.10 |
| The Blue Lady is a varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, all sourced from vineyards on the Simonsberg. The new oak influence has been reduced to 26%, allowing the fruit more space
to express itself. Cassis and damson flavours are complemented by savoury tannins, plenty of freshness and perfume and plenty of underlying concentration. |
| Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 94 |
| CABERNET SAUVIGNON BLUE LADY | 2020 | 23.05 |
| Aromas of dark berries, tabaco, plum and red berries. The
palate is packed with finely textured tannins and
supporting oak spice, cedarwood and pencil shavings,
supported well by fresh acidity. The wines spent 22
months in French oak barrels (38% new oak, 33%
second fill, 20% third and 9% forth fill). |
| Tim Atkin: 94, DWWA: 94, Platter: 93, Wine Spectator: 92, Veritas: Bronze |
| PROFESSOR BLACK PITCH BLACK | 2021 | 16.25 |
| Blend composed of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cinsault, 15% Merlot, 10%
Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot, 6% Malbec. Bright purple in colour with a note of cassis, dark chocolate,
lavender, and ripe strawberries. The palate is rich and
textured with silky tannins and a core of dark fruit flavours,
black currants, and ripe plum all capped off with a hint of
spice. The finish is lush and rich with a fresh acidity adding
length and well supported by well-integrated oak. Aged in small French oak barrels for a
period of 12 months, 24% new, 11% second fill and 31% third
fill, and the balance in older oak. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, Platter: 90, DWWA: 90, Investec: 89 |
| THREE CAPE LADIES | 2021 | 12.55 |
| Pinotage dominated blend (61%) with 22% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon. Alluring nose with hints of rose, sweet strawberries, ripe
cherry, and cedarwood. The palate is medium bodied with
lots of fruit, ripe strawberry, red cherry, and violets,
supported by well-integrated oak. Matured for 12 months in French oak barrels
18% new, 25% second fill, 17% third fill, and 40% older oak. |
| Tim Atkin: 92, Veritas: Silver, DWWA: 88, Investec: 88, Platter: 86 |
| TRILOGY (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2016 | 47.80 |
| Full and boldly complex with lively black cherry, basil & toasted spice, firm tannins that will carry a decade or more. 51% Cabernet Franc with 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94 |
| TRILOGY * | 2017 | 23.95 |
| 53% Cabernet Franc, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Merlot. Matured for 24 months in French oak, 60% new. Aromatics of cassis, violets, fresh herbs and pencil shavings and a little earthiness. Full but well balanced and possessing great structure. Pure fruit, fresh acidity
and firm but fine tannins. Excellent maturation potential. Superb 2017. |
| Tim Atkin: 95, Platter: 94, Prescient Top 10 Cape Bordeaux Red Blend |
| TRILOGY | 2018 | 23.95 |
| Deep garnet in colour, with a ruby red rim.
Aromas of cassis, lavender, cedarwood, cigar
box on the first approach. As the wine breaths
it shows more creme de cassis and black
berries evolving into a complex aroma of sweet spices and a
lovely savoury element. The palate is rich and concentrated
with intensity and structure. Tannins are firm,
but well structured and will allow the wine to
age gracefully over the next 5 to 10 years.
Decant for a few hours if you want this wine to
show its true colours. 55% Cabernet Franc, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon & 3% Merlot. The wine matured in French oak barrels (55% new,
2% third fill and 42% forth fill) for a period of
24 months. |
| Decanter : 97 Platinum, Prescient Top 10: 94, Platter: 94, Tim Atkin: 93 |
| TRILOGY | 2019 | 26.25 |
| Trilogy is a three-way flagship blend of mostly Cabernet Franc with 38% Cabernet Sauvignon
and 14% Merlot that's part of a very impressive current line-up from Warwick. Toasty and
intense, with lovely mocha oak, violet top notes, cassis and black cherry fruit, plenty of
backbone and a racy, mineral-etched finish. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94 |
| TRILOGY (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2019 | 52.45 |
| Trilogy is a three-way flagship blend of mostly Cabernet Franc with 38% Cabernet Sauvignon
and 14% Merlot that's part of a very impressive current line-up from Warwick. Toasty and
intense, with lovely mocha oak, violet top notes, cassis and black cherry fruit, plenty of
backbone and a racy, mineral-etched finish. |
| Tim Atkin: 94, Platter: 94 |
| TRILOGY | 2020 | 27.15 |
| Floral and perfumed, aromas of lilies, black current and lavender leap out of the glass. The palate is finely structured with powdery tannins and concentrated fruit weight. Dark chocolate and cassis supported by fresh and bright acid structure adds length to the mid-palate. All these elements will enable the wine to mature well over the next decade. Blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot. After malolactic fermentation the wine was racked into French oak barrels (43% new, 41% second fill and 16% third fill and forth fill) for a period of 22 months. |
| Veritas: Gold, Tim Atkin: 95, DWWA: 92, Investec: 87 |
| TRILOGY (Magnum 1,5l) * | 2020 | 54.30 |
| Floral and perfumed, aromas of lilies, black current and lavender leap out of the glass. The palate is finely structured with powdery tannins and concentrated fruit weight. Dark chocolate and cassis supported by fresh and bright acid structure adds length to the mid-palate. All these elements will enable the wine to mature well over the next decade. Blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot. After malolactic fermentation the wine was racked into French oak barrels (43% new, 41% second fill and 16% third fill and forth fill) for a period of 22 months. |
| Veritas: Gold, Tim Atkin: 95, Decanter: 95, Investec: 87 |