I’ve been a big fan of South African wines since visiting South Africa in 2018.[Read more]
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Flotsam & Jetsam Stalwart Cinsault 2017 – Fresh, Energetic & Red-Fruit Filled
Flotsam & Jetsam, Stalwart Cinsault 2017, Western Cape, South Africa
Tasting Note: Cinsault from South Africa is one of my all-time favorites, and this fresh, vibrant and red-fruit-filled cinsault is a great example of what this grape has to offer.[Read more]
Myburgh Bros Cinsault 2017 – A Red-Fruit-First Cinsault with Florality
Myburgh Bros, Cinsault 2017, Paarl, South Africa
Tasting Note: You need more cinsault in your life and this straightforward bottle pairs well with a simple midweek meal such as pan-fried sockeye salmon I’m enjoying tonight.[Read more]
Rainbow’s End Limited Release Estate Cabernet Franc 2016 – A Confident Cabernet Franc with Depth
Rainbow’s End, Limited Release Estate Cabernet Franc 2016, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Tasting Note: One of the wonderful things about cabernet franc is its many expressions.[Read more]
Mulderbosch Single-Vineyard Block W Chenin Blanc 2014 – Ripe, Unctuous Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch with Golden Fruit & Honeyed Notes
Mulderbosch, Single-Vineyard Block W Chenin Blanc 2014, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Tasting Note: A ripe, unctuous chenin blanc from Stellenbosch with golden fruit and honeyed notes.[Read more]
Newton Johnson Felicité Rosé 2015 – Rises Above the Mass of Uninspired Rosé on the Market
Newton Johnson, Felicité Rosé 2015, Western Cape, South Africa
Tasting Note: A South-African rosé that delivers on flavor in an elegant way that rises above the mass of uninspired rosés on the market.[Read more]
Spier Signature Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2019 – Terrific Price Point for the Quality
Spier, Signature Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Tasting Note: A riper-styled sauvignon blanc filled with tropical fruit flavors and at a terrific price point for the quality.[Read more]
Graham Beck Brut Rosé 2011 – A Great, Affordable Alternative to Rosé Champagne
Graham Beck, Brut Rosé 2011, Robertson, South Africa
Tasting Note: A South-African rosé with delicious complexity and wonderful biscuit notes that is a level above the developing mass of sparkling rosés on the market.[Read more]
Fleur du Cap Essence du Gap Chenin Blanc 2017 – An Oaked Chenin Blanc that Sings
Fleur du Cap, Essence du Gap Chenin Blanc 2017, Western Cape, South Africa
Tasting Note: A bright, zippy, South African chenin blanc with oak that should be your new summer default white wine.[Read more]
Bellingham The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2016 – A Pleasing Oaked Chenin Blanc
Bellingham, The Bernard Series Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2016, Coastal Region, South Africa
Tasting Note: Oaked chenin blanc is a pleasure few in United States will ever experience but would appreciate if they could.[Read more]
