ALLESVERLOREN SHIRAZ
R165,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: An abundance of plums with faint black pepper, a hint of bacon and cigar box aromas in the background.
Palate: A rich and full-bodied wine with a good tannic structure and ample ripe fruit flavours.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Veritas: Silver (2022).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2021).
International Wine & Spirits Competition: Bronze (2019).
Falstaff: 90/100
ALTO SHIRAZ
R280,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Lead pencil shavings, crushed red fruit and a hint of chocolate dominates the nose.
Palate: Elegant red fruit flavours on the palate, backed-up by soft, elegant tannins.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2022).
International Wine Challenge: Silver (2022).
Gilbert & Gaillard: 91/100
Decanter World Wine Awards: 88/100
BOSCHENDAL 1685 SHIRAZ
R170,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Generous, deep black fruit and riper vintage fruit expression with pepper spice.
Palate: Richness and juiciness with a round, integrated fruit core and silky ripe tannins.
Finish: Shows elegant freshness and length with lingering fruit on the finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine Challenge: Commended (2022).
Veritas: Silver (2022).
Mundus Vini: Gold (2021).
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2021).
Tom Cannavan: 90/100
Wine Enthusiast: 89/100
BRAMPTON SHIRAZ
R105,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Rich black cherry, mulberry and plum flavours.
Palate: Sensual floral notes, spicy clove and sweet oak keep the interest on the palate.
Finish: A lingering finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine Challenge: Bronze (2020).
International Wine & Spirit Challenge: Silver (2017).
Wine Enthusiast: 89/100.
CEDERBERG SHIRAZ
R280,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Intense red fruit, mulberry and cherries on the nose
Palate: Red berries follow through on the palate
Finish: A lingering sensation.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Silver (2022).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2022).
Veritas: Gold (2022).
Falstaff: 91/100
Vinum Wine Magazine: 16/20
DE GRENDEL SHIRAZ
R235,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Aromas of perfume, violets, glazed gammon, pepper and buchu.
Palate: AÂ smooth entry on the palate, with soft and seamless layers of cloves, nutmeg and warm spices, underpinned by a savoury and meaty finish.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2022).
Veritas: Silver (2022)
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Platinum (2020)
DE MORGENZON SYRAH
R155,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Rich, berry fruit nose with lots of ripe, red plum and whiffs of white pepper. Some floral notes in the background, including violets, lavender, and spring blossoms.
Palate: Full in the mouth with tremendous youthful vigour. Layers of berry fruit with developing spices of pepper, cinnamon, clove and vanilla.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine Challenge: Bronze (2019).
Vinum Wine Magazine: 15/20
DIEMERSDAL SHIRAZ
R135,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: A complex nose with overtones of black and white pepper, pomegranate, cigar box, cloves and spice.
Palate: On the palate there is a vibrant red fruit, blackcurrent and dark chocolate flavours, under-pinned by well integrated oak
Finish: A long spicy Finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2022).
Veritas: Gold (2022)
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards: Gold (2020).
Wine Enthusiast: 88/100.
Tim Atkin: 89/100
DIEMERSFONTEIN SHIRAZ
R155,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: A fusion of sour cherries, vanilla, spice and violets entice the sense.
Palate: These intense flavours follow through to the palate, resulting in a full-bodied and lingering finish.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Trophy Winner (2022).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2022).
Veritas: Silver (2018).
Tim Atkin: 88/100
DOUGLAS GREEN SHIRAZ
R80,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Enticing blackcurrant pastilles and blueberries embellished by a subtle oak spice.
Palate: A firm yet friendly entry with juicy plum and mulberry flavours supported by well-defined ripe tannins allowing a succulent slightly textured fruity finish.
Finish: Well balanced.
DURBANVILLE HILLS SHIRAZ
R95,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Sweet dark fruit aromas with hints of pepper, sweet spice, and hints of vanilla.
Palate: A medium-bodied wine with sweet dark fruits and silky tannins.
Finish: A great balance with a lingering aftertaste.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2021).
The Global Masters: Bronze (2018).
Veritas: Silver (2016).
Falstaff: 88/100
Wine Enthusiast: 85/100
FAT BASTARD SHIRAZ
R140,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Deep red medium bodied wine with layers of dark ripe fruit, spice and chocolates on the nose and palate.
Palate: Deep red medium bodied wine with layers of dark ripe fruit, spice and chocolates on the nose and palate.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2022).
International Wine Challenge: Commended (2018).
Wine Enthusiast: 83/100
FLEUR DU CAP SHIRAZ
R120,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: The nose exhibits aromas of red cherry and raspberries with spicy notes and hints of white pepper.
Palate: It is soft and juicy with lush tannins but still a great length and persistence.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
The Trophy Wine Show: Trophy (2015)
Veritas: Bronze (2015).
Wine Enthusiast: 87/100.
GD LIFE SWEET SHIRAZ
R89,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Plumb nose with a hint of spice and sticky raspberry flavours.
Palate: Plumb nose with a hint of spice and sticky raspberry flavours.
Finish: A sweet berry.
FOOD PAIRING:
Enjoy with steak, chicken and spicy dishes.
HERMANUSPIETERSFONTEIN (HPF) SKOONMA
R230,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Spices blend with floral violet notes and some black olive hints. Spice, violets, black olive, dark chocolate, purple fruit
Palate: Dark chocolate flavours blend with hints of purple fruits to create a smooth and delicate persistence
Finish: A lingering, dark and delicious finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Tim Atkin:88/100
KANU SHIRAZ
R169,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Decadent and voluptuous nose, all accentuated by a subtle vanilla.
Palate: Loads of spice and fruit with lovely violet and lily notes.
Finish: A lovely fragrant wine, sleek and sensual, well balanced acidity, layered richness and a long finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Awards: Silver (2021).
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2020).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2020).
Tim Atkin: 89/100
LA MOTTE SYRAH
R200,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: On the nose there are typical Shiraz aromas of aniseed, nutmeg and white pepper, together with raspberry fruit.
Palate: The savoury, fresh palate makes this wine most enjoyable.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2022).
Hong Kong IWSC: Bronze (2022).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2022).
Vinum Wine Magazine: 15/20
LANZERAC SYRAH
R169,00-
Nose: Aromas of white pepper, coriander, fynbos and red wine poached plums.
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Palate: The complex palate shows layers of ripe red and black berries with and undertone of savouriness.
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Finish: Well balanced.
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Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2021 & 2019).
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USA Wine Ratings: Silver (2019).
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Tim Atkin: 87/100
LEOPARDS LEAP SHIRAZ
R80,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Lively aromas of black currant, blueberry and cherry, intertwined with subtle whiffs of vanilla.
Palate: Beautifully balanced by layers of dark fruit and oak spice flavours, with a well defined tannin structure, ensuring a lingering after-taste.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
China Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2018)
Wine Enthusiast: 85/100.
Decanter World Wine Awards: 85/100
NEDERBURG WINE MASTERS RANGE SHIRAZ
R115,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Aromas of spicy bacon and dark berries, complemented by white pepper notes.
Palate: A rich, full-bodied wine with ripe plum, dark fruit flavours and a good tannic structure. Complex wine with prominent oak spice on the aftertaste.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2022).
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2022).
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2021).
Falstaff: 89/100
PAINTED WOLF THE DEN SHIRAZ
R105,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Medium to full bodied with spicy black cherry and black berry fruit, chewy savoury mid palate and evident wood flavors.
Palate: The wine has a well- rounded mid palate with creamy berry flavours which carry through to the finish of the wine where they are supported by soft tannins.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS:
The Trophy Wine Show: Bronze (2021 & 2019).
Veritas: Silver (2019).
International Wine Challenge: Bronze (2018)
PORCUPINE RIDGE SYRAH
R80,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: An intense, fresh nose shows a dark compote, with aromas of ripe plums, blackberry, violets, musky earth and exotic spice.
Palate: The black fruit of the nose follows through with blueberries, juicy plums, fresh cherry and bramble flavours, and hints of leather, cloves, liquorice and potting soil – a balanced, brooding wine with integrated acidity, prominent sweet spice and smoky, savoury nuances.
Finish: The wine has a medium body and a plummy finish, with supple tannins, hints of dark chocolate,mand sweet spice lingering on an ashy, idine finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine Challenge: Bronze (2018).
Vinum Wine magazine: 16/20
Falstaff: 89/100
PROTEA SHIRAZ
R89,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Appealing nose of dark berry fruits with lovely spice highlights.
Palate: The ripe, succulent plum and black cherry notes carry through to the palate which is rounded and soft-textured with a plush mouthfeel and a gentle hint of tannin. A spicy pepper vibrancy adds a lift and view with a cocoa/chocolate richness.
Finish: Long, lingering finish.
AWARDS:
Veritas: Silver (2010)
RUST EN VREDE SHIRAZ
R387,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Savoury leather and earthy aromas are combined with smoked bacon and floral notes.
Palate: Tight and grainy tannins give way to a velvety mid-palate and a powerful finish.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS:
The Trophy Winhow: Bronze (2021).
International Wine Challenge: Silver (2016).
Wine Enthusiast: 89/100.
Tom Cannavan: 92/100
SIMONSVLEI TOFFEE CHUNK SYRAH
R116,00-
Nose: Very distinct toffee aromas.
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Palate: A smokiness and an extended berry finish that follows through onto the palate.
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Finish: A delicious Berry finish.
SLANGHOEK SHIRAZ
R78,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Nose is full of all sorts of spices.
Palate: Palate is generous and full with lots of well integrated spice and fruity tones.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Veritas: Silver
Tim Atkin: 86/100
Wine Enthusiast: 84/100
TOKARA RESERVE SYRAH
R145,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Ripe blueberry and blackberry notes with a soft clove spice.
Palate: A classy and refined palate with rich dark fruit flavours.
Finish: A wonderful chalky finish with a hint of pepper spice at the end.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine Challenge: Silver (2022).
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2021).
Falstaff: 91/100
Tim Atkin: 93/100
TOKARA SHIRAZ
R145,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: The nose is perfumed with hints of violets and Chinese 5 spice. There are stunning fresh aromas of blueberries and mulberries with hints of red berry fruits.
Palate: The palate is packed with a melange of berries ranging from black through to vibrant red berries
Finish: The wine has a juicy mid-palate with a stunning finish of white pepper spice and chalky dry tannins.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
Veritas: Silver (2021).
China Wine & Spirit Awards: Gold (2018).
Tom Cannavan: 91/100
Tim Atkin: 92/100
WELTEVREDE CIGARBOX SHIRAZ
R90,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: On the nose you get nuances of plum, violets, cloves and tobacco.
Palate: The mid-palate is juicy with prominent flavours of black cherries and dark chocolate.
Finish: AÂ long finish of red berries and espresso.
ZANDVLIET ESTATE SHIRAZ
R148,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: The wine introduces you to a ripe complex nose showing flavours of plums, blackcurrants and pepper with hints of mixed spice.
Palate: These deep flavours follow through to a seamless, supple and complex palate with added hints of dark chocolate.
Finish: Well balanced.
AWARDS:
The Trophy Wine Show: bronze (2022).
Veritas: Silver (2022).
ZONNEBLOEM SHIRAZ
R120,00TASTING NOTES:
Nose: Ripe black fruit aromas with hints of florals and some vanilla notes.
Palate: A perfect balance of ripe black fruit with hints of lavender and violets that supportthe vanilla and mint chocolate flavours.
Finish: A steely, firm finish.
AWARDS/REVIEWS:
International Wine & Spirit Competition: Bronze (2022).
Wine Enthusiast: 86/100