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SOUTH AFRICA'S COOL-CLIMATE WHITES AND SCORCHING REDS: WHY THE COUNTRY HAS IT ALL
The 93-point Rijk’s Chenin Blanc Tulbagh Reserve 2014 is a full-bodied and
layered white that boasts fruity aromas and lively acidity.
South Africa is on its game for white wines
Wine lovers, take note: South Africa is on its game for white wines! The country’s
whites are now deserving of every wine consumer’s attention, not least for the
excellent value they have to offer.
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As James and I tasted through almost 500 wines from the country in May this
year, we could not help but be amazed as one outstanding flight followed the
next of chenin blanc, chardonnay and even sauvignon blanc.
Until only too recently, much of the white grapes grown in the Cape found their
way into bulk wine, brandy production or, at most, catered solely to the whims of
the market. While the majority of South African wine is still not exported in bottle,
the premium sector is following a formula to a tee, harvesting with high acidity
levels and fermenting their whites bone-dry, very rarely overdoing the oak.
“We’ve become much more precise in our white wine production, but it all starts
in the vineyard,” says Anton du Toit of Rhebokskloof estate. “Here at our winery
in Paarl, we have decided sauvignon blanc just doesn’t work, so we’ve pulled it
out. In the past, we would plant according to what the market wanted; often in
the wrong place. Now, we try to grow chenin, for example, only on sites where
the grape can keep its natural minerality.”
In fact, the whites are so dependable that if in doubt, a safer bet would be
choosing them over the reds. South African cabernets and Bordeaux blends in
particular, usually from hotter areas, can have the tendency to slip into
slightly overripe or overworked territory.
It’s almost counterintuitive that the only serious wine-producing country in Africa
— the continent better known for its arid deserts and barren savannas — should
be outdoing itself with its white wines.
A new wave of cool-climate reds are leading the way
What’s more, some of the exciting red wines are now being made in indisputably
cool-climate areas, most of them are barely a few decades old.
“I think it’s a perception thing,” explains Jason Snell of The Drift, a wine estate
making fabulous pinot noir and syrah in the up-and-coming Overberg district.
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The mountainous region begins roughly 70km southeast of Cape Town on the
Cape South Coast. “People think all of South Africa is hot, but this is far from the
case. We’re at 450m above sea level, embraced by the side of a mountain, and
the cool breeze from the Atlantic comes right over the top every morning at
about 10 o’clock. Here, we usually place ourselves somewhere between Burgundy
and Bordeaux in terms of climate.”
Why South Africa is not as hot as you think for cool-climate
varieties
At 33.9° S latitude, Cape Town shares the same distance from the equator with
parts of Morocco and Algeria. Yet, studies consistently put Overberg into the
region II band within the Winkler Index, a widely used system for classifying wine-
growing climates according to the total heat over the growing season (growing
degree days). In short, this means comparisons to cooler temperate areas in the
Old World are not mere hyperbole.
The influence of the southeasterly wind on the entire Western Cape cannot be
overstated. It’s ultimately caused by the confluence of the Agulhas current and
Benguela current from Antarctica. The heat gradient between the land and sea
and resulting pressure differences in the lower atmosphere produce a moist
breeze with a cooling effect of up to 7°C. Its extent diminishes rapidly as you
move further inland.
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Hemel-en-Aarde: still a benchmark region for pinot and
chardonnay
Hamilton Russell Vineyards one of Africa’s most southerly wine estates, situated
close to the ocean in the appellation of Hemel-en-Aarde. Photo credits: Hamilton
Russell Vineyards.
One of the most exposed areas to this phenomenon is Hemel-en-Aarde. Thanks
to the pioneering efforts of Hamilton Russell Vineyards, the region — formerly
part of the larger Overberg district but now a ward of Walker Bay — has been
famous for some time now. The valley opens up just 1.5km from the ocean, and
its narrow sides help to channel the maritime airflow.
Hamilton Russell’s pinots and chardonnays, crafted in a fine, savory style that
wouldn’t go amiss in the Cote de Nuits, are still a highlight of our annual South
African tasting. On a par with them is Bouchard Finlayson, which produces fine,
Burgundy-inspired bottlings, as well as the sensational pinot noir/sangiovese
blend Hannibal. Newton Johnson is another producer to watch and catching up
quickly with their pinot noir and a very succulent GSM blend.
Why Elgin’s flinty, zesty chardonnays are worth buying
Neighboring Elgin, up to the ‘80s solely a focus for fruit farmers, is predominantly
planted to sauvignon blanc. However, we were particularly impressed by the
chardonnays. The high-altitude yet coastal district is completely enclosed by the
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Hottentots Holland Mountains, and the average summer temperature reaches a
mere 20°C. The likes of Richard Kershaw Wines, Lothian Vineyards and Paserene
— the latter is a project of Martin Smith who previously worked at Vilafonte —
are all making edgy chardonnays with a characteristic stony undertone. They are
worth seeking out.
Traditional areas such as Constantia are also making excellent
cool-climate wines
Meanwhile, Constantia remains proof that not all of South Africa’s cool-climate
regions are part of a new wave of wine production. Salty gusts have battered the
vines here on the Cape Peninsula for over three centuries.
“You’ve got to be very attentive working with these maritime conditions in
Constantia,” affirms Du Toit Hoffman of Eagles’ Nest winery. “The winds can be so
strong that the vines might even get knocked over, and then there’s the risk of
disease from the dampness.” Cape vintners will tell you that, if anything,
achieving ripeness can be more of a problem than overripeness in more marginal
areas.
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A fourth-generation family wine estate, Kanonkop is located on the lower slopes
of the Simonsberg Mountain in the Stellenbosch region of the Cape. Photo
credits: Kanonkop Estate.
While the ancient sweet wine recipes of Klein and Groot Constantia are longtime
winners (95 points and 93 points respectively this year), we found some of the dry
whites a little herbaceous and tart. With that said, we are very enthusiastic about
the Bordeaux blends and syrahs being made here — especially on the less shady
and warmer sites where the Constantia mountain turns towards Table Mountain.
Stellenbosch’s top subregions of Helderberg and Simonsberg
impress
Of course, more traditional areas such as Stellenbosch do get very hot in the
summer months. Even so, South Africa’s wine epicenter doesn’t tend to suffer the
same heat spikes that say Napa Valley does, let alone Tuscany. Topography,
distance from the coastline and site exposure play a huge role in the region as
south-facing vineyards capture much more of the sea breeze.
The warmer, inland Simonsberg-Stellenbosch mountain ward produced our best
pinotage this year from Kanonkop (95 points) and excellent riper chenin blends,
including Laurens Campher from Muratie (93 points). For cooler top regions,
Helderberg continues to differentiate itself, particularly with syrah blends such as
Post House and Anwilka.
The Swartland is making some of the most exciting wines in
South Africa with fresh, terroir-driven syrah and chenin blanc
On the subject of syrah — a variety that we overall believe to be South Africa’s
most exciting one — no article on Cape wine would be complete without
catching up on the developments in Swartland.
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Mullineux’s primary focus is on bottling syrah and chenin according to soil type,
maintaining it has the greatest influence on terroir in the Swartland.
The situation is anything but cool-climate. The rolling hills of wheat, occasionally
punctuated by small, mountainous outcrops that nest oases viable for viticulture,
are torrid and unforgiving. Average summer temperatures top 25°C. Yet, the best
wines here always show quite unexpected vibrancy and purity.
Unlike elsewhere, the ocean offers little respite to the hot, continental landscape.
Instead, it all comes down to the skill of some of the country’s most talented
winemakers, who are now refining their skills with syrah and chenin after the so-
called “Swartland Revolution.”
“For sun protection, the bush-vines act as umbrellas, protecting the grapes from
most angles,” says Andrea Mullineux, who with her husband Chris made some of
the highest-scoring wines in our report this year. “With the trellised vineyards, we
keep more leaves around the fruiting zone to prevent sunburn. We also don’t
work the vineyards in the heat of midday, unless it is for weed removal.”
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The paradox is that though water is scant and the soil delicate and poor, it’s the
most decrepit, dry-farmed bush vines that bear the best fruit here. Their low-
yielding, gnarled trunks cling to some of the most timeworn rock formations in
the world.
“Old vines are the survivors. If a vineyard can live for 50 to 80 or more years
without irrigation in our weather conditions, you know it is happy, healthy and
balanced… Planting on the contours [i.e. laterally rather than down a slope] will
slow water runoff allowing it to saturate the ground in the winter months. This
also conserves the topsoil as the Swartland (and South Africa) has some of the
oldest viticultural soils in the world, so they are very fragile.”
Watch out Australia, South Africa is catching up!
A special handwritten note on the bottle of Bob’s Pinotage Western Cape 2016
that we tasted. We hope to see you soon, Bob!
No doubt a fine-tuning of viticulture and experimentation is afoot across the
Cape. While the whites are starting to show real consistency, the quality of the
reds seems to be slightly more uneven — but more spectacular when producers
get it right.
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South Africa might lag behind its natural competitors such as Australia and South
America for now, but it’s important to remember how young the modern wine
industry really is.
The once all-powerful KWV cooperative only ended its quota system in 1992,
which heavily restricted varieties and their planting areas. Only at the turn of the
century was the leafroll virus, which hampers quality before ultimately killing a
vine, brought under control. And of course, then there was the demise of the
apartheid regime in 1994.
“The best sites for vineyards are the ones being planted now,” contends Anton du
Toit. “So, imagine what will happen years from now when those vines reach full
maturity.”
Jason Snell of The Drift agrees: “South Africa has to be more regional. We should
be known for Stellenbosch, or we should be known for Elgin or we should be
known for the Swartland. The hottest vintage ever in Stellenbosch was the coolest
vintage ever in Elgin even though it’s just on the other side of the mountain. We
have to find the variety that suits each individual place. I think our grandchildren
will know our lands best.” — Contributing Editor Jack Suckling
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TASTING NOTES
KANONKOP PINOTAGE SIMONSBERG-STELLENBOSCH SINGLE VINEYARD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
95
There's quite an explosion of blueberry compote and
roasted chestnuts, but everything is very well judged and
fresh. Hints of iodine, bark, undergrowth, cinnamon bun and
hot stones. The palate holds together a mesh of layered
fruit, which is woven in by strong yet versatile tannins that
glide this forward to a long, very juicy finish. You'll either
love or hate this, but it's real pinotage all right. Drink in
2022.
KLEIN CONSTANTIA CONSTANTIA VIN DE CONSTANCE NATURAL SWEET WINE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
95
Very ripe and heady nose of apricots and peach jam, straw,
dried honeysuckle, caramel, mango puree and candied
papaya. Somehow, it all remains fresh. Full and round on the
palate. Medium-sweet to sweet with medium acidity. A
dense, oily finish. One of the great sweet wines of South
Africa. Drink now or hold.
PORSELEINBERG SWARTLAND 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
95
A really perfumed nose of violets, jasmine and incense.
Nutmeg, cloves, Chinese spices, dark licorice and dark-
chocolate shavings to follow. Full body, grippy and grainy
tannins, vibrant acid drive and a long, chewy finish. A
granite and savory aftertaste. Really well done. Drink now or
hold.
ANWILKA STELLENBOSCH 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
94
A spicy and delicious nose of black peppers, charcuterie, ivy,
holly and lots of creme de cassis. Full body, ripe and juicy
tannins and a long, chewy finish. Loads of fruit and
character, but still restrained and refined. Drink in 2021. A
blend of 52% syrah and 37% cabernet sauvignon and 11%
petit verdot.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE HANNIBAL 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
94
Always one of our favorites. This shows leather, dried rose
petals, spice box, red licorice, nutmeg and baking spices
with hints of cloves. The palate is succulent and delicious.
Really punctuated by the bright acidity that seeps through
layers of red fruit and dried-flower undertones. Polished,
pretty tannins and a long finish. A blend of sangiovese,
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pinot noir, nebbiolo, shiraz, mourvedre and barbera. Drink
now or hold.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON PINOT NOIR HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE GALPIN PEAK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
94
This is really lovely, showing aromas of caramelized lemon
peel, cloves, jasmine, eucalyptus, raspberry cheesecake and
darker elements of black plums and cherries. The serving of
the fruit on the palate is impressive, but it's all so well
contained by the encompassing acidity and silky tannins. A
long finish. Drink now or hold.
CONSTANTIA GLEN CONSTANTIA FIVE 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
94
Cassis, violets, jasmine, plum liqueur, cinnamon stick, vanilla,
baking spices and sugar plums, as well as fresh nuances of
basil, cacao and nutmeg. Full body with lots of lovely dark
and blue fruit for its age, which are well supported by the
juicy tannins. Finishes long. Drink in 2020. A blend of 29%
cabernet sauvignon, 29% cabernet franc, 20% merlot, 16%
petit verdot and 6% malbec.
DE MORGENZON CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
94
A very pronounced nose of mangoes, papaya, dried
apricots, dried honeysuckle and peach pit. Medium to full
body, but it's the acidity that really lifts this through
beautifully to the very long yet taut finish. A wonderful
combination of raw fruit power and finesse. Drink now.
GABRIËLSKLOOF SYRAH WESTERN CAPE ON SANDSTONE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
94
This has all the black-pepper, meat and blackberry aromas
you would expect, but it combines these with more nuanced
notes of iodine, granite and quartz. Dried herbs and flowers,
too. Full-bodied and really polished with fine-grained
tannins and a zippy, tangy finish. Drink now or hold.
HAMILTON RUSSELL CHARDONNAY HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
94
A really stylish white with white stones, dried apricots, white
blossoms, lemon curd, jasmine and caramelized citrus peel.
Medium to full body, some really nice phenolic texture, very
zesty acidity and an pinpoint finish. Drink now.
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KANONKOP SIMONSBERG-STELLENBOSCH PAUL SAUER 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
94
A pronounced but very vivid nose of blackberries, dried
mint, eucalyptus, chamomile, light mulberries and baking
spices. Full body, ripe yet very structured tannins and a fine
streak of acidity. A long, chewy finish. Drink in 2021. A blend
of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and cabernet franc.
MOUNT SUTHERLAND SYRAH SUTHERLAND-KAROO OUBERG 2013
Country South Africa
Region Northern Cape
Vintage 2013
Score
94
Far from your average South African syrah. This shows really
fresh black plums and cherries on the nose, as well as fresh
hay and granite. On the palate, it shows real verve and style,
showcasing driven acidity and firm, structured tannins. A
long, spicy finish that remains taut and fresh. Drink in 2021.
MULLINEUX CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND GRANITE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
94
This is extremely complex on the nose with aromas of sliced
dried apples and peaches. Hints of honey. Full body, layered
and powerful yet dry and focused. Such composure and
focus. Drink now.
MULLINEUX SYRAH SWARTLAND IRON 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
94
Spice box, blueberry compote and blackberry puree. Hot
stones, vanilla, sweet meats and incense follow and spring
out of the glass. The palate is very supple, all thanks to the
juicy tannins. And the tangy acidity lifts the blue fruit to a
long, chewy finish. Drink in 2020.
VILAFONTE PAARL SERIES M 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
94
The purity of fruit is really the attraction from outset here.
Shows notes of graphite, lead pencil, violets, cinnamon bun
and Chinese spices. It's full-bodied but lithe and rather
effortless, as it glides through finely woven tannins and
spicy layers of fruit to the long finish. A blend of 40%
merlot, 31% cabernet sauvignon and 29% malbec. Drink in
2021.
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ANTHONIJ RUPERT CABERNET SAUVIGNON COASTAL REGION 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
93
Decadent nose of plum liqueur, dark chocolate, coffee,
cedar, mahogany and dark cherries. Full body, chewy
tannins and a spicy, full-on finish. Drink in 2020.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT FRANSCHHOEK BLEND 2011
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2011
Score
93
Dark plums and cherry liqueur, coffee beans, mocha and
cigar box. Full body, round yet chewy tannins, a backdrop of
some good acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink in 2021.
B VINTNERS STELLENBOSCH B DE ALEXANDRIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Very fresh blossoms, chamomile, elderflower, pear, chalk
and apple drops. Medium-bodied with a lovely serving of
tangy acidity, wonderful depth and minerality. A taut, stony
finish. Drink now. Tiny production from old muscat vines.
BELLINGHAM COASTAL REGION FREDA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Dried blossoms, honeysuckle, dried apricots, daffodils,
vanilla, cream and cloves. Full body, lovely acid drive, layers
of stone fruit and a long finish. Drink now. A blend of chenin
blanc, grenache blanc and sauvignon blanc.
BELLINGHAM COASTAL REGION POD 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Lovely nose of black plums, dark cherries, dried herbs, rose
petals and dried violets. A tight, blue-fruited core and a
tangy finish. A blend of pinotage and shiraz. Drink or hold.
BOPLAAS WESTERN CAPE CAPE VINTAGE RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A wonderful, fresh nose of dark chocolate, brambleberries,
morello cherries, sugar-coated plums, coffee, underbrush
and tons of Chinese spices. Medium-sweet and medium- to
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full-bodied with some lovely grip at the back of the palate.
A long finish. Drink in 2022.
CAPE OF GOOD HOPE SWARTLAND CAROLINE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
Guava peel, dried citrus rind, apple pie and plenty of herbs
and spices. Full body, lovely stone and green fruit,
wonderful acidity and a long finish. A blend of chenin blanc,
roussanne, marsanne and viognier. Drink now.
CAPENSIS CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A rich nose of papaya, mangoes, butterscotch, banoffee pie,
dried cloves and vanilla. Full body, loads of tropical fruit, a
driven serving of acidity and a long finish. Drink now.
CONSTANTIA UITSIG CHARDONNAY CONSTANTIA RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
93
A lovely nose of white peppers, cloves, apricots, peaches
and vanilla. A lovely balance and precision, as well as plenty
of stone fruits to back it up on the rather long finish. Drink
now.
DE MORGENZON SYRAH STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A very fragrant and finely spiced syrah with notes of pressed
dried violets, jasmine and eucalyptus. Tight and fine-grained
on the palate with plenty of grippy tannins. A long, chewy
finish. Drink in 2020.
EAGLES’ NEST SHIRAZ CONSTANTIA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
Very fresh blueberries, granite, quartz, dark cherries,
peppers and meat. Full-bodied with a lovely core of acidity,
tight tannins and a taut finish. Drink now.
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GABRIËLSKLOOF SYRAH WESTERN CAPE ON SHALE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
93
Pressed violets, jasmine, blackberry leaves, hot stones,
mulberries and dark chocolate make for a really exciting
nose. Tightly wound on the palate with a really impressive
backbone of firm tannins. The acid drives this through to a
long, minerally finish. Drink now or hold.
GROOT CONSTANTIA CONSTANTIA GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A very spicy and peppery Bordeaux blend, showing
peppercorn, ash, charcoal, cedar, tobacco, dark plums and
dark cherries. Pine needles, too. Full body with lots of dark
fruit, but it's all very well supported by structured tannins. A
long, chewy finish. Drink in 2022.
GROOT CONSTANTIA MUSCAT CONSTANTIA GRAND CONSTANTIA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
Dried rose petals, sugar plums, roseapples, dried crabapples
and caramelized strawberries. Medium to full body, low
acidity and a long finish. A unique wine made from red and
white muscat. Drink now.
HAMILTON RUSSELL PINOT NOIR HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Fresh red cherries, blueberries, rose petals, stems, nutmeg,
licorice and spice box. Medium to full body, refined tannins,
savory undertones and a caressing finish. Lovely tension to
this. So refined and elegant. Drink now.
KANONKOP PINOTAGE SIMONSBERG-STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
93
Intense but really attractive notes of ripe stems, blackberry
crumble, incense, jasmine, pressed violets, bark and ivy
extract. The palate's also a mouthful with chewy tannins, but
it's delivered across a bed of razor-sharp acidity that brings
it through to a mouthwatering finish. Really well done. Drink
in 2021.
KERSHAW CHARDONNAY CAPE SOUTH COAST VERMAAKLIKHEID GPS SERIES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
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Vintage 2016
Score
93
A very tropical nose of mangoes, papaya, dried guava peel
and caramelized citrus peel with undertones of cloves and
spices. Full body, zippy acidity and a long finish. Drink now.
LOTHIAN VNEYARDS CHARDONNAY ELGIN VINEYARD SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
93
Cooked apples, pear pastries, white peppers, hot stones,
vanilla, dried apricots and caramelized orange peel. Full
body, an oily palate and lovely acidity that cuts through it
all. A long finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
MULLINEUX SWARTLAND STRAW WINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Dried peach stones, apricot tart, dried mangoes,
caramelized oranges, creme brulee, banoffee pie, a touch of
citrus, orange marmalade and creme caramel. Sweet with a
dense, full, oily texture, but there’s some lovely, high acidity
right at the back of the palate. Drink now.
MULLINEUX SYRAH SWARTLAND GRANITE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
Lots of black plums, dark cherry compote, baking spices,
vanilla and resin. Full body and tons of rich dark fruit, but it's
so well supported by a stream of fresh acidity and a firm
tannin backbone. A long finish. Drink in 2020.
MURATIE STELLENBOSCH LAURENS CAMPHER 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Pomelo, green apples, pineapples, a touch of fresh grass,
honeysuckle and dried apricots. Full body, an oily palate,
layers of stone and green fruit and a textured finish. Very
serious indeed. Drink now. A blend of chenin blanc,
sauvignon blanc, verdelho and viognier.
NEWTON JOHNSON PINOT NOIR UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY FAMILY VINEYARDS 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
93
There's a lot going on in terms of aromas here. Ripe aromas
of plum liqueur, cassis and fruit tart, mingling with fresher
nuances of lemon and orange peel, hot stones and slate.
The palate's full-bodied with no shortage of fruit, but then it
cues in a wonderful serving of acidity, which gives this form
and lifts it through the long finish. Drink now or hold.
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PELLA STELLENBOSCH FAMILY RESERVE 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
93
A peppery nose, showing lots of blackberries, creme de
cassis, dried herbs and smoke. Full body, velvety tannins, a
vibrant line of acidity and a chewy finish. Drink now or hold.
A blend of cabernet sauvignon and malbec.
POST HOUSE STELLENBOSCH PENNY BLACK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
93
Aromas of leaves, sweet tobacco and dark berries. Medium
body that is integrated tannins with a fine texture. A sexy
and intense finish. Very polished. A blend of shiraz, merlot,
cabernet sauvignon, petit verdot and chenin blanc. Drink
now.
RAATS CABERNET FRANC STELLENBOSCH EDEN 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A very spicy, rather decadent nose with notes of
brambleberries, cloves, spice box, black peppers and
plummy notes. Tight and sophisticated on the palate with
chewy, structured tannins, lovely acid drive and a long finish.
Drink or hold.
RIJK’S CHENIN BLANC TULBAGH RESERVE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
93
Aromas of dried apples and pears with some pineapple and
peach undertones. Full-bodied, layered and intense with a
tropical-fruit aftertaste that is buttressed with lively acidity.
Drink now.
THE DRIFT CAPE SOUTH COAST MOVABLE FEAST 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
93
What a delicious floral nose of violets, vanilla, blueberries,
spices, eucalyptus and Chinese spices. Full body, beautifully
polished tannins and a long, mineral finish. Drink now.
THE DRIFT PINOT NOIR OVERBERG THERE ARE STILL MYSTERIES 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
93
A lovely fresh nose of red cherries, blueberries, roses and
dried herbs. Medium to full body, a wonderful serving of
acidity and a taut finish with a savory streak. Drink now.
VILAFONTE PAARL SERIES C 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
93
A rich nose of plums, eucalyptus, cassis, dark-jet licorice,
baking spices, cedar and vanilla. Full-bodied and plush, but
it has the acidity and ripe tannins that provide structure and
form. A long, fruit-forward finish. A blend of 57% cabernet
sauvignon, 19% merlot, 15% cabernet franc and 9% malbec.
Drink in 2021.
VONDELING CHARDONNAY VOOR PAARDEBERG 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
93
Deep and almost straw yellow in color in the glass. Dried
daffodils, dried apricots, dried mangoes, vanilla and spices.
Full body, tons of tropical fruit, medium acidity and a long
finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT FRANSCHHOEK OPTIMA 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
92
Blackcurrants, brambleberries, mint, eucalyptus and paprika.
Full body, structured tannins and a warm finish. Drink in
2020.
ASARA STELLENBOSCH AVALON 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
92
Candied strawberries, caramelized orange and lemon peel
and undertones of asphalt and tar. Medium to full body, lots
of fresh and driven acidity and a fruity finish. Like a Ripasso.
Drink now.
ASARA STELLENBOSCH CAPE FUSION VINEYARD COLLECTION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Lots of blue and black fruit to this on the nose. It's all very
fresh. Brambleberries, blackcurrants, dark cherries and a
touch of dried herbs. Medium to full body, steely tannins
and a savory finish. Drink in 2020.
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B VINTNERS PINOT NOIR WALKER BAY TERROIR SPECIFIC BLACK BREAM 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A very floral nose of violets, rose petals, thyme, spices and
nutmeg. Medium-bodied with tight tannins, very tangy
acidity and a tightly wound finish. Drink now.
BABYLON’S PEAK SWARTLAND SMG 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Lovely blue fruits, crushed violets, charcuterie and spices
with some mint and pepper undertones. Full body, ripe but
taut tannins and a fruity finish. Great value. Drink now.
BACKSBERG COASTAL REGION FAMILY RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Ripe blackberries, moss, dark chocolate, pressed violets and
hot stones. Full body, ripe yet structured tannins and a
chewy finish. Drink in 2021. A blend of 50% cabernet
sauvignon, 30% malbec and 20% merlot.
BEAUMONT PINOTAGE BOT RIVER SIXTY BARRELS 2015
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Blueberries, violets, orange peel and citrus. Medium to full
body, lovely tangy acidity and a taut, tight finish. Drink now.
BEAUMONT SOUTH AFRICA VITRUVIA AKA NEW BABY 2017
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
92
What a delicious nose of dried apricots, white peppers,
mangoes, vanilla, cloves, apple pie and spices. Full body,
loads of well-integrated fruit between layers of fine acidity
and a textured finish. Drink now.
BEYERSKLOOF STELLENBOSCH FAITH 2014
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
92
Mulberries, plum liqueur, ivy extract and vanilla and baking
spices. Full body, lots of dark and juicy fruit, succulent
tannins and a chewy finish. Drink in 2021. A blend of 34%
pinotage, 33% cabernet sauvignon and 33% merlot.
BOSCHENDAL CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
92
A white with sliced-apple and honey character on the nose
and palate. Medium body, bright acidity and a clean,
flavorful finish. Shows energy and focus. Drink now.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON CAPE SOUTH COAST BLANC DE MER 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
92
Apple tart, dried apricots, dust and hot stones. Medium to
full body, vibrant acidity, fleshy stone and tropical fruit. A
spicy, nutmeg finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON CHARDONNAY HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE MISSIONVALE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Lots papaya, mangoes, cream, spices, praline, candied citrus
peel, apple pastries and vanilla. Full body, a textured and
oily palate, pretty acidity and a long finish. Drink now.
CAVALLI WINE & CO CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH FILLY 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
92
A nice ripe chenin showing dried apricots, green mangoes
and cloves. Medium to full body, a round texture and an oily
finish. Drink now.
CONSTANTIA GLEN SAUVIGNON BLANC CONSTANTIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
92
Very tangy and vivid with sliced lemons, stones and metal
undertones. Medium body, bright acidity and a fresh finish.
Sancerre-like. Drink now.
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DE GRENDEL PINOT NOIR CERES PLATEAU OP DIE BERG 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
92
This is all about pressed violets, blackberry compote and
licorice. The blue and black fruit on the palate is pure and
enticing, and it's buttressed by steely tannins and
mouthwatering acidity. Drink in 2019. Screw cap.
DE MORGENZON STELLENBOSCH MAESTRO BLUE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
A complex and focused red with aromas and flavors of dark
berries, spices, smoked meat. Medium-bodied, juicy and
flavorful. A blend of 44% grenache, 29% mourvedre, 21%
syrah and 6% petite syrah. Drink now.
DEETLEFS BREEDEKLOOF VOYAGE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2017
Score
92
Ripe apples and pear tart, chalk, dried daffodils, caramelized
orange rind and lemon-drizzle cake. Full body, a lovely line
of acidity and a fleshy finish. Drink now. A blend of viognier,
chenin blanc and semillon.
DORRANCE CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE CUVÉE ANAÏS 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Kiwi fruit, guava peel, honey, honeysuckle and spices. Full
body, really zippy acidity, lots of fleshy stone and tropical
fruit. A long finish. Drink now.
GLENELLY STELLENBOSCH LADY MAY 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
92
Freshly picked blackcurrants, pressed violets, dried herbs
and licorice, as well as a hint of burnt-blackberry essence.
Full-bodied and tannic, but well-structured with a lovely
serving of acidity. A chewy finish. Drink in 2021. A blend of
89% cabernet sauvignon, 10% petit verdot and 1% cabernet
franc.
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GROOT CONSTANTIA CHARDONNAY CONSTANTIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
92
Lots of peach stones, dried apricot peel, dust, vanilla, cream
and lots of baking spices. Full body, pretty acidity, loads of
fleshy stone fruit and a long finish. Drink in 2019 when some
of the malolactic character should integrate.
HOLDEN MANZ CHENIN BLANC WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
92
This is very dry and linear with a energetic acidity, as well as
a dried-apple and lemon character. Medium body, yet
reserved and focused. Drink now.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH BUSHVINE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
This shows more raspberry cheesecake, orange rind, lemon
citrus and an overlay of freshly picked blackberries. Medium
to full body, lovely tangy acidity, firm tannins and a mineral-
studded finish. Drink now.
KANONKOP CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
92
This shows some really nice fresh fruit in the form of just-
picked blackcurrants, cassis, mulberries and orange peel.
Medium-bodied, linear and tight. Drink now.
KEN FORRESTER PIEKENIERSKLOOF DIRTY LITTLE SECRET ONE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Tons of ripe mango jam, caramelized orange marmalade,
butterscotch and banoffee pie. Full body, lots of wax,
medium acidity and a fruit-forward finish. An extreme, late-
harvest style, but very well done. Drink now. 100% chenin
blanc.
KERSHAW CHARDONNAY ELGIN CLONAL SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Yellow apples, pressed daffodils, apple pie and cinnamon.
Medium-bodied with very pretty stoney undertones and
driven acidity. A mineral finish. Drink now.
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KERSHAW PINOT NOIR ELGIN CLONAL SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A spicy and unique nose with lots of thyme, stems, paprika
and black peppers. Tight and stylish, showing a medium
body, medium-chewy tannins and a mineral finish. Drink in
2019.
KLEIN CONSTANTIA CONSTANTIA ESTATE RED 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
This is serious. Wonderfully fresh blackcurrants,
brambleberries, smoke, tobacco, cedar, dried herbs, iodine
and graphite. Full body, tight and grainy tannins, and a
chewy finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of 44% cabernet
sauvignon, 29% shiraz, 15% malbec and 12% petit verdot.
LE RICHE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Red plums, red licorice, spices and nutmeg. Full body and
lots of fruit in the red to black spectrum, but it's all held
together by structured tannins and punctuated by tangy
acidity. Drink in 2019.
LONGRIDGE CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Preserved lemons, cooked apples, vanilla and cloves.
Medium to full body, lovely tangy acidity, apple-pie flavors
and a juicy finish. Drink now. Made from organically grown
grapes.
LUDDITE SHIRAZ WALKER BAY 2013
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2013
Score
92
Mulberries, blackberry crumble, earth and spices such as
cinnamon. Very sexy and polished on the palate, offering
lots of fruit. There's also a good structure and tension with
tangy acidity and grippy tannins, which hold things in place.
Drink now.
MORGENSTER STELLENBOSCH 2012
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
92
Brambleberries, plum liqueur, cedar, dark chocolate, baking
spices, coffee beans and cassis. Full body, velvety tannins, a
big serving of dark fruit and a chewy finish. Drink in 2021. A
blend of cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and merlot.
MULLINEUX CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND QUARTZ 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Aromas of sliced pineapples, peach and pears follow
through to a medium to full body with pretty subtle fruit. A
clean and vivid finish. Dry and fruity. Drink now.
MULLINEUX SWARTLAND OLD VINES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Lots of dried mangoes, dried apricots and dried papaya, as
well as cream undertones. Full-bodied, dense and layered
with a beautiful line of acidity and a nutmeg finish. Drink
now. A blend of 62% chenin blanc, 15% grenache blanc,
11% viognier, 8% clairette blanche and 4% semillon. Drink
now.
MULLINEUX SYRAH SWARTLAND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A blue-fruited and deliciously fresh syrah that shows
blueberries, black peppers and Chinese spices. Medium-
bodied, linear and refined with polished tannins and a
succulent, violet-flavored finish. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
MURATIE SIMONSBERG-STELLENBOSCH ANSELA VAN DE CAAB 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
This shows lots of plums, dried strawberries, cigar box and
vanilla. Full body, chewy tannins, a fine line of acidity and a
long, mouth-coating finish. Drink in 2021.
NEWTON JOHNSON UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY FULL STOP ROCK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A pretty and refined wine with a berry, cherry and blueberry
character. Medium body, fine and silky tannins and a clean
finish. A blend of syrah, grenache, and mourvedre. Drink
now.
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OLD ROAD WINE CO CHENIN BLANC FRANSCHHOEK SINGLE VINEYARD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A tropical-fruited chenin showing lots of mangoes, dried
flowers, butter and pineapples. Full body, some driven
acidity and a long finish. Drink now.
OPSTAL CHENIN BLANC SLANGHOEK CARL EVERSON SINGLE VINEYARD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Very ripe but not candied. Dried apricot peel, mango pie,
caramelized oranges and lemon-drizzle cake. Full body,
absolutely tons of tropical and stone fruit, a fine of acidity
and a full-on finish. Extreme, like a vendange tardive, but
very well-executed. Drink now.
OPSTAL SLANGHOEK CARL EVERSON CAPE BLEND 2015
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Orange rind, lemon drizzle cake, raspberries, wild
strawberries, lavender and cloves. Medium to full body, fine
tannins and a zesty finish. Drink now or hold.
PASERENE CHARDONNAY ELGIN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
A layered and pretty wine with cooked-apple, cream and
toffee character. Full-bodied, yet remains bright and lively.
Drink now.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF PIEKENIERSKLOOF 2015
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Complex aromas of blueberries, walnuts and spices. Some
sandalwood, too. Full body, chewy tannins and a flavorful
finish. Very cool. A blend of 45% grenache, 45% shiraz, 5%
mourvedre and 5% tannat. Drink now.
RAATS STELLENBOSCH RED JASPER 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Blackberries, plums, lavender and spices. Full body, grippy
tannins and a spicy finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of 48%
cabernet franc, 36% malbec, 9% cabernet sauvignon, 5%
merlot and 2% petit verdot.
RHEBOKSKLOOF CHARDONNAY PAARL SANDSTONE GROVE LIMITED EDITION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Lovely papaya, dried pineapple, cloves and vanilla. Full
body, layers of fleshy tropical fruit and a long finish.
Remains fresh. Drink or hold.
RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE BARONESS NADINE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
92
This is very much focused on stone fruit with apple pastries,
jasmine and honeysuckle. The palate's very linear and taut
with zippy acidity. A textured finish. Drink now.
RUST EN VREDE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH SINGLE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Dried red plums, strawberries, red licorice, spices,
peppermint tea and eucalyptus. The palate shows lovely
red-berry flavors, which are supported by polished and
velvety tannins. A caressing finish. Drink in 2020.
RUST EN VREDE STELLENBOSCH 1694 CLASSIFICATION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
92
A brambly nose of blackberries, lemon citrus, nutmeg and
baking spices. Full body, structured tannins and a delicious,
flavorful finish. Drink in 2021. A blend of 66% syrah and 34%
cabernet sauvignon.
RUST EN VREDE SYRAH STELLENBOSCH SINGLE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Mulberries, blackberry compote, sugar plums and milk
chocolate. Full body, ripe and succulent tannins and a long,
chewy finish. Drink in 2020.
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SPIER COASTAL REGION CREATIVE BLOCK 3 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Brambleberries, blueberry cake, ivy, bracken, licorice and
spice box. Full body, lots of firm tannins and a chewy finish.
Drink in 2020.
SUPER SINGLE VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT STELLENBOSCH THE KING & I 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
92
Quite a peppery nose with lead pencil, peppercorns,
blueberries, lavender and Chinese spices. The palate is quite
grainy, showing lots of blue fruit encased in grippy tannins.
Full body and a chewy finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of 90%
cabernet sauvignon and 10% merlot.
VAN WYK SYRAH ELGIN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Lovely blue fruit to this syrah, such as blueberries. Violets
and jasmine candle follow. Tight and refined, showing
granite and slate undertones on the medium-bodied palate,
which finishes mineral and lithe. Drink now.
VILAFONTÉ PAARL SERIOUSLY OLD DIRT 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
A decadent and rich nose overflowing with blackberry
compote, treacle, spice box, pressed violets and dark cherry
essence, but it's all fresh and in tune. The deep notes of blue
fruit are saturated across the palate but they sit nicely within
a mesh of finely woven tannins. A supple finish. Drink in
2021.
WARWICK SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE PROFESSOR BLACK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
92
Hot stones with sliced cooked apples and white peaches.
Medium to full body, lovely fruit and a fresh finish. Screw
cap. Drink now.
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WATERFORD ESTATE CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH SINGLE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
92
Caramelized lemon peel, white stones, white flowers, green
apples and dried cantaloupe melon, as well as undertones
of cloves and spices. Medium to full body, really pretty
acidity, citrus flavors and a taut finish. Drink now.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT SHIRAZ WESTERN CAPE PROTEA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Fresh brambleberries, citrus and orange peel. Medium body,
driven acidity and a zippy finish. Drink now.
ASARA CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION LIGHTLY WOODED 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Elderflower, white blossoms, guava peel and spices. Medium
body, a fine line of acidity and a textured finish. Drink now.
Screw cap.
ASARA PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION ROSÉ 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
A fresh and clean rosé with sliced peaches, apples and light
strawberries following through to a medium body. Good
fruit and a fresh finish. A fun and layered rosé. Screw cap.
Drink or hold.
ASARA STELLENBOSCH THE BELL TOWER 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
91
Brambleberries, nutmeg, spice box, bracken and dried herbs.
Full body, structured tannins and a chewy finish. Should
come together. Drink in 2021.
B VINTNERS PINOT NOIR STELLENBOSCH TERROIR SPECIFIC RESERVOIR ROAD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
This shows more dark cherries, dark plums, licorice and
spices. The palate shows some particularly grainy tannins,
pretty acidity and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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B VINTNERS PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH LIBERTÉ 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
A fresh and fruity red, showing citrus rind, lavender, freshly
cut herbs, orange rind, raspberries and slate. Medium body,
firm and grainy tannins and a minerally finish. A different
take on pinotage. Drink now.
B VINTNERS STELLENBOSCH HAARLEM TO HOPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Mango drops, peach stones, guava peel and apricot pie.
Medium to full body, pretty acidity and a fruit-forward yet
structured finish. Drink now. A blend of 69% chenin blanc,
26% semillon, 3% muscat de frontignan and 2% muscat
d'alexandrie.
BACKSBERG CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT PAARL KLEIN BABYLONS TOREN 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Blackberries, dark cherry cake, plum liqueur and vanilla. Full
body, ripe yet structured tannins, a fine thread of acidity
and a chewy finish. Drink in 2021.
BACKSBERG CHENIN BLANC COASTAL REGION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Green apples, dried herbs, caramelized lemons and lemon
zest. Medium-bodied, linear and zippy with pretty acidity. A
minerally finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
BACKSBERG SHIRAZ PAARL PUMPHOUSE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Crushed violets, vanilla, cedar, Chinese spices and resin. Full-
bodied, spicy and savory with a tight backbone of tannins
and a chewy finish. Drink now.
BALEIA TEMPRANILLO CAPE SOUTH COAST 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Serious berries and chocolate with spice undertones.
Medium body, round and chewy and a flavorful finish. Very
pretty with a clear fruit character. Drink now.
BEAUMONT BOT RIVER VITRUVIAN 2014
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Plums, brambleberries and strawberry compote. Medium to
full body, grippy tannins and a spicy finish. Juicy. Drink in
2020.
BEAUMONT CHENIN BLANC BOT RIVER 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Aromas of cream and cooked pineapples. Light peaches,
too. Medium- to full-bodied, layered and fruity. Lots of dry
fruit at the finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
BEAUMONT SYRAH BOT RIVER DANGERFIELD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
91
This shows more mulberries, roasted herbs, blackcurrants
and black licorice. Full-bodied, spicy and characterful with
juicy yet firm tannins. A succulent finish. Mineral
undertones, too. Drink now.
BEYERSKLOOF PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Brambleberries, blueberries, bracken and spice box. Full-
bodied with a grainy tannin texture, a fine line of acidity and
a subtle finish. Drink now.
BEYERSKLOOF STELLENBOSCH SYNERGY CAPE BLEND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Lots of berry and spice character with hints of dried fruits
and spices. Medium to full body and round, soft tannins.
Drink now or hold.
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BONFIRE HILL SOUTH AFRICA EXTREME VINEYARDS 2016
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Really pretty nose of blueberries, orange peel and citrus.
Medium body, fine tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now.
BOSCHENDAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A spicy and herbal cabernet with notes of blackcurrants,
paprika, red and black licorice, nutmeg and thyme. Medium
to full body, grippy tannins and a fruity yet savory finish.
Drink now.
BOSCHENDAL CHARDONNAY PINOT NOIR ELGIN GRANDE CUVÉE BRUT 2013
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2013
Score
91
A dense and layered sparkling wine with sliced cooked
apples and hints of green apples. Just the right amount of
pie crust. Full-bodied, fresh and lively. Drink now.
BOSCHENDAL SYRAH STELLENBOSCH GRANDE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Dark, deep notes of dark cherries, ink, iodine, baked
blackberries, tar and treacle. Full body, dense fruit, a fine
line of acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Remains fresh and
pure. Drink in 2021.
BOUCHARD FINLAYSON PINOT NOIR HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE WALKER BAY 2014
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Aromas of dried strawberries, leather and orange peel
following through to a full body. Round and soft tannins
and a juicy. rich finish. Decadent and beautiful. Drink now or
hold.
CONSTANTIA UITSIG CHARDONNAY CONSTANTIA UNWOODED 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Lovely dried white flowers, blossoms and honeysuckle with
some apple pastry. Quite a creamy texture considering no
wood is used. A flavorful finish. Drink or hold.
DAVID FINLAYSON CABERNET FRANC STELLENBOSCH CAMINO AFRICANA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Quite a heady nose of plum liqueur, kirsch, blackberries and
cassis. Full body, lots of fruit, ripe yet structured tannins and
a fruit-forward finish. Drink or hold.
DE GRENDEL COASTAL REGION RUBAIYAT 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A very plummy nose that also shows mulberries, dark
cherries and dark chocolate. Full-bodied and very tannic
with pretty acidity. A chewy finish. Drink in 2021.
DE GRENDEL SHIRAZ ELIM 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Lots of roasted herbs and ripe stems as well as classic
stewed blackberries and spices. Medium to full body, grippy
tannins, a fine streak of acidity and a juicy finish. Drink in
2020.
DE MORGENZON CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Preserved lemons, cooked apples, white flowers, vanilla and
cloves. Medium-bodied, zesty and linear with pretty acidity
and a creamy finish. Drink now.
DE MORGENZON STELLENBOSCH MAESTRO RED 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Cranberry sauce, iodine, iron, rust, citrus peel and dark
chocolate with dried herbs. Full body, structured tannins,
pretty acidity and a fresh finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of
42% cabernet sauvignon, 29% merlot, 15% malbec, 10%
petit verdot and 4% cabernet franc.
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DE MORGENZON SYRAH STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A spicy, herby syrah with lots of black peppers, ripe stems
and plenty of brambleberries. Medium to full body, juicy
tannins and a succulent finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
DE TOREN STELLENBOSCH FUSION V 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Dark plums, brambleberries, plum liqueur, blueberry cake,
cassis and blackberry crumble. Full-bodied with lots of deep
fruit, but a firm tannin backbone that is holding this
together. While a fine line of acidity keeps it all in check.
Drink in 2020.
EAGLES’ NEST VIOGNIER CONSTANTIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Apples, some peaches and a touch of preserved lemons. Full
body, pretty acidity and saline finish. Drink or hold.
EDGEBASTON SOUTH AFRICA THE PEPPER POT 2016
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Brambleberries, black peppers, orange rind and spice box.
Medium body, lots of clear and linear fruit, a fine line of
acidity and a pretty finish. A blend of 60% syrah, 14%
carignan, 11% tannat, 7% mourvedre, 5% cinsault and 3%
grenache. Drink now. Screw cap.
GABRIËLSKLOOF CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND ELODIE THE LANDSCAPE SERIES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Plenty of apple-skin and lemon-rind aromas with hints of
hot stones. Full-bodied, dense and layered. A delicious
finish. Drink now.
GLENELLY STELLENBOSCH ESTATE RESERVE 2012
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
91
Blackberry compote, pressed violets, mulberries and some
eucalyptus. Full body, lots of delicious fruit, firm tannins and
a flavorful finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of cabernet
sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot and syrah.
GRAHAM BECK ROBERTSON BRUT BLANC DE BLANCS PREMIER CUVÉE 2013
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2013
Score
91
A serious sparkling wine with lemon and green-apple
character. Full body and pie-crust and bread-dough
undertones at the finish. Drink now.
GRAHAM BECK WESTERN CAPE BRUT ZERO PREMIER CUVÉE 2012
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2012
Score
91
This is very yeasty with bread dough and a raw pie-crust
character, which dominates the sliced-apple character. Full-
bodied and layered. A dry finish. Drink now.
GROOT CONSTANTIA PINOTAGE CONSTANTIA 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
A dark-fruited pinotage, showing lots of black plums, cherry
cake and eucalyptus. Full body, tons of plummy fruit and a
chewy finish. Drink in 2020.
HASKELL SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH DOMBEYA BOULDER ROAD 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
A fragrant and attractively fresh nose of brambleberries,
spices, cinnamon, licorice and tar. The palate has all the dark
plummy fruit you would expect, but it's delivered in a
compact package that is supported by firm tannins and
pretty acidity. Drink now. Screw cap.
HASKELL SYRAH STELLENBOSCH HADES 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
There's really nice purity of fruit to this wine, which is in the
form of blueberries, violets and pine needles. The medium-
bodied palate shows freshness and clarity. Drink now.
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HASKELL VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH DOMBEYA FENIX 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Blackberries, blackcurrants, hazelnuts, dark plum paste and
nutmeg. The palate shows good form and tension with a
solid backbone of tannins, framing the plummy flavors and
carrying them through to a fruity finish. Meaty undertones.
Drink now. Screw cap.
HOLDEN MANZ CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE BARREL FERMENTED AVANT-GARDE COLLECTION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
91
A long and flavorful white with linear and intense apples,
toasted oak and a cream character. Medium to full body.
Delicious and flamboyant aftertaste. Drink now.
JOURNEY’S END CHARDONNAY COASTAL REGION HAYSTACK 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Mangoes, pineapples, peach pit and dried blossoms. Full
body, lots of tropical fruit, pretty acidity and a fruity finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
KEN FORRESTER CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH PETIT 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A fresh and delicious nose of just-picked blackcurrants, dark
licorice, white peppers and sage. Medium body, firm tannins
and a vibrant finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
KLEIN CONSTANTIA SAUVIGNON BLANC CONSTANTIA PEDERBLOKKE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Lots of grapefruit and white-peach character on the nose.
Medium body, bright fruit and acidity. A flavorful finish.
Drink now.
LE RICHE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Blackcurrants, dark plums, citrus peel and orange rind as
well as nutmeg make for a very appealing nose. Full body,
grippy and juicy tannins, a pretty line of acidity and a savory
finish. Drink now or hold.
LEEU CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH PASSANT 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Dried apricots, melon drops, vanilla, spices, cloves and
nutmeg. Medium body, pretty acidity and a zesty finish.
Drink now.
LEOPARD’S LEAP WESTERN CAPE CULINARIA COLLECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Blackcurrants, bracken, dark chocolate, mocha, coffee beans
and spice box with nutmeg and dried herbs. Full body,
grainy tannins and a chocolatey finish. Drink in 2021.
LONGRIDGE CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH CLOS DU CIEL 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Lots of apple pie, yogurt, cream and mango pastries with
clove and spice undertones. Medium to full body, very
pinpoint acidity, green fruit and a minerally finish. Drink
now.
LONGRIDGE STELLENBOSCH EKLIPTIKA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Strawberry compote, blueberries, jasmine, lavender and
orange rind. Medium to full body, some firm tannins and a
round finish. Drink in 2020.
LONGRIDGE SYRAH STELLENBOSCH DRIEFONTEIN 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Tons of blackberry compote, ivy extract, plum liqueur and
cinnamon, as well as some more nuanced notes of herbs
and spices. Full body, ripe tannins and a succulent finish.
Drink now.
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LUBANZI CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Love the dried-peach and apple character with hints of
cream and apricots. Medium to full body, sliced fruit and a
flavorful finish. Drink now.
LUDDITE CAPE SOUTH COAST SALUEZ LE SABOTEUR 2015
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Citrus, strawberries, raspberries and blueberry peel. Medium
to full body, loads of grippy tannins, pretty acidity and a
vibrant finish. Drink or hold.
MURATIE CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH ISABELLA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
A little reductive at first. This opens out in the end with
notes of dried apples, cinnamon tart, guava peel, papaya
and mangoes. Full body, lots of fleshy tropical fruit and a
fruity finish. Drink now.
MVEMVERAATS STELLENBOSCH DE COMPSTELLA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Freshly cut herbs, cedar, tobacco, spice box and
blackcurrants. Full body, chewy and structured tannins, fresh
acidity and a taut finish. Drink in 2020. A blend of 40%
cabernet franc, 32% cabernet sauvignon, 13% merlot, 11%
petit verdot and 4% malbec.
NEWTON JOHNSON CHARDONNAY UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY FAMILY VINEYARDS 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Peach pit, mangoes, some pineapples and a hint of
honeysuckle. Medium to full body, really tangy acidity,
white-flower undertones and a zesty finish. Drink now.
NEWTON JOHNSON PINOT NOIR WALKER BAY 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
91
This shows cooked strawberries, fruit cake, earth, baking
spices, Christmas pudding, cedar and leather. Round and
quite plush on the palate, but there's a streak of fresh
acidity that holds this together. An intriguing, full-bodied
pinot that's very much worth trying. Drink now.
OLD ROAD WINE CO SYRAH FRANSCHHOEK 12 MILE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Redcurrants, spices, resin and ripe black cherries. Full body,
round tannins and a fruity finish. Drink or hold.
OPSTAL CHENIN BLANC SLANGHOEK 2017
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Dried apples, cantaloupe drops, dill and coriander. Medium
body, zesty acidity and a zippy finish. Drink now.
ORG DE RAC CHARDONNAY SWARTLAND 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Another lovely ripe nose of apricots, cloves, vanilla and
spices. Medium to full body, some butteriness, pretty acidity
and a medium to long finish. Drink or hold.
PASERENE TULBAGH UNION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Lots of pressed violets, as well as dried blackcurrants,
jasmine and incense. Not the most structured of wines, but
very floral and pretty throughout with zesty acidity. A
succulent finish. Drink now. A blend of syrah, carignan and
mourvedre.
PASERENE WESTERN CAPE MARATHON 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Brambles, bracken, dark licorice, spices, violets and dark
chocolate all combine to make a dark-fruited but very fresh
nose. Full body, firm tannins and a fruity yet savory finish.
Drink in 2020. A blend of carmenere and petit verdot.
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PELLA CHENIN BLANC COASTAL REGION KANNIEDOOD 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Apricot tart, dried-pear pastries, nutmeg, honeysuckle and
caramelized orange and lemon peel. Full body, lots of fleshy
tropical and stone fruit and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF GRENACHE PIEKENIERSKLOOF 2016
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2016
Score
91
A spicy, ripe grenache showing lots of dried dark cherries,
nutmeg and raspberry cheesecake. Medium to full body,
lots of juicy tannins, plenty of fresh acidity and a fruity
finish. Round and delicious. Drink or hold.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF PIEKENIERSKLOOF 2015
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Tons of dried fruit, such as dried pineapples, dried apricots
and dried papaya, honey and cream. Full-bodied and very
oily with lots of fleshy tropical fruit, but the acid drive holds
this in check. A long, fruity finish. Extreme. A blend of 65%
chenin blanc, 20% grenache banc and 15% chardonnay.
Drink now.
POST HOUSE CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH STAMP OF CHENIN 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Lots of freshly cut wood with vanilla and oak character.
Dried apples and peaches too. Full body, fresh acidity and a
flavorful finish. Drink now.
RAATS CABERNET FRANC STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Blackcurrant puree, creme de cassis, kirsch, ripe stems and a
hint of tomato leaves. Nicely grainy on the palate, showing
lots of sweet red and darker fruit. There's also a sense of
form delivered by the tangy acidity and structured tannins.
Drink in 2020.
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RAATS CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH OLD VINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Another outstanding chenin blanc with sliced-apple and
white-peach character. Medium body, bright acidity and a
dry finish. Delicious now. Screw cap.
RAATS CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH ORIGINAL UNWOODED 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
A fresh and vivid white with sliced white peaches, apples
and cream. Medium body, fresh acidity and a dry, focused
finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
RAATS STELLENBOSCH EDEN SINGLE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
White flowers, candied lemon peel, dill, coriander,
cantaloupe melon, apricots and mangoes. Medium- to full-
bodied and linear with fresh and vibrant acidity. A taut
finish. Drink now.
RAINBOW’S END BANGHOEK FAMILY RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Very dark-fruited bouquet, showing ink, dark chocolate,
mocha, coffee beans, beets and tomato leaves. Full body,
lots of chewy tannins and a long finish. Drink in 2020. A
blend of 30% merlot, 30% cabernet franc, 20% cabernet
sauvignon, 10% malbec and 10% petit verdot.
RAINBOW’S END CABERNET SAUVIGNON BANGHOEK STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Blackberries, brambleberries, plum liqueur and spice box.
Full body, round tannins and a flavorful, juicy finish. Shows
tension and form. Drink now.
RHEBOKSKLOOF CHARDONNAY COASTAL REGION VINEYARD SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
A ripe nose of dried apricots and mangoes with cooked
apples. Full body, medium acidity and a flavorful finish.
Drink now.
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RHEBOKSKLOOF CHENIN BLANC PAARL BOSSTOK 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
A lovely clean nose of dill, fresh apricots and daffodils.
Medium to full body, fresh acidity and a medium to long
finish. Drink or hold.
RHEBOKSKLOOF SHIRAZ PAARL VINEYARD SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Lots of dark cherries, plums and meat. Full body, juicy
tannins and a round finish. Drink now.
RIJK’S CHENIN BLANC TULBAGH PRIVATE CELLAR 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Fresh and clean with a chalky, steely and focused dried-fruit
character. Apple and pear character, too. Medium body,
bright acidity and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
RUST EN VREDE STELLENBOSCH ESTATE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Creme de cassis, blackberry compote and dried herbs. Full
body, ripe tannins and a structured, chewy finish. Drink in
2021. A blend of 57% cabernet sauvignon, 34% syrah and
9% merlot.
RUST EN VREDE SYRAH STELLENBOSCH ESTATE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Dark cherry compote, blackberry crumble and blueberry
puree with vanilla and spices. Full body, juicy tannins and a
velvety, full finish. Drink in 2019.
SCALI PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE SIRKEL 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
91
This seems more pinot than "tage" with aromas and flavors
of dried strawberries and flowers. A medium body and a
fresh finish. Tangy acidity, too. Fun energy to this. Drink
now.
SILVERTHORN ROBERTSON THE GREEN MAN 2015
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Some cream and pie-crust character with dried fruits such as
lemons and green apples. Full-bodied, bright and fruity. A
zingy finish. Drink now.
SILVERTHORN WESTERN CAPE CUVÉE KAPPA CRUCIS JEWEL BOX 2013
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2013
Score
91
Lots of cooked-apple and pie-crust aromas following
through to a full body. Layers of fruit and a flavorful finish.
Drink now.
SIMONSIG CABERNET SAUVIGNON SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Fresh blackcurrants, peppers, spices, dried herbs and cedar.
Medium to full body, firm tannins and a delicious finish.
Screw cap. Drink or hold.
SIMONSIG CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Very clean and well-made with sliced-apple, honey and pear
character on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, dense
and layered. Very pretty. Screw cap. Drink now.
SIMONSIG CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH CHENIN AVEC CHÊNE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
The dried peaches and pineapplse are so prevalent on the
nose and palate. Full-bodied, layered and intense. Dense
and flavorful. Drink now.
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SIMONSIG PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH REDHILL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A lot of vanilla character, highlighting the dark fruit here.
Full-bodied, round and linear with a polished and driven
finish. A smart wine texturally. Should come around nicely
with a year or two of bottle age when the new wood goes
away. Drink in 2020.
SIMONSIG STELLENBOSCH FRANS MALAN CAPE BLEND 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
Red and black plums, black cherries, dried herbs and spice
box. Full body, ripe yet structured tannins and a fruity finish.
A blend of 67% pinotage, 29% cabernet sauvignon and 4%
merlot. Drink now.
STRYDOM CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH DANIÈLE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Dried pineapples, dried apricots, apple pie and dried herbs.
Full body, lots of fleshy stone fruit, pretty acidity and a
tropical finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
STRYDOM SYRAH STELLENBOSCH ROCK STAR 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
A peppery syrah, showing plenty of burnt blackberry
essence, smoke, vanilla and cedar. The palate is nicely chewy
with juicy tannins and a compote-like finish. Drink now.
THE DRIFT CAPE SOUTH COAST OVER THE MOON 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Vivid orange peel, strawberries, citrus and candy floss.
Medium body, fresh acidity and rose water-flavored finish.
Beaujolais-like and carbonic maceration 30%. Touriga
franca, tinta baroca and shiraz. Drink or hold.
VAN WYK CHENIN BLANC DARLING 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Aromas of dried pineapples and peaches with some lemon
undertones. Full-bodied, layered and ripe with a spicy
undertone. A flavorful finish. Intense. Lots of subtle
character. Drink now.
VAN WYK WESTERN CAPE OLIVIA GRACE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
91
An intriguing nose of dried jasmine, cloves, spices, apple
and pear drops, caramelized citrus peel and elderflower.
Medium to full body, really zippy acidity, layers of spicy fruit
and a peppery finish. Drink now. A blend of 56% chenin
blanc, 23% riesling, 19% chardonnay and 2% viognier.
VAN WYK WESTERN CAPE REBECCA MAY 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Very fresh blueberries, slate, orange rind and citrus. Light
body, fine tannins and a fruity, delicious finish. A blend of
69% cinsault, 20% grenache and 11% syrah. Drink or hold.
VONDELING SHIRAZ VOOR PAARDEBERG BALDRICK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Roasted blackberries, nutmeg, barbecue sauce, black
peppers and spice box. Full-bodied with a really finely
knitted structure of tannins and dark-berry flavors. An
umami finish with an acid zip to close. Drink now. Screw cap.
VONDELING VOOR PAARDEBERG BABIANA 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
91
Passion fruit, mango tart, dried apricots, dried jasmine and
spices. Full body, plenty of honeyed fruit, a lovely smashing
of acidity and a pretty finish. A blend of 55% chenin blanc,
20% viognier, 14% grenache blanc, 6% roussanne and 5%
chardonnay. Drink now. Screw cap.
VONDELING VOOR PAARDEBERG MONSONIA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
91
A focused and complex red with spice, berry and sweet-
tobacco character. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and
a flavorful finish. A blend of 85% shiraz, 6% mourvedre, 5%
grenache and 4% carignan. Drink now.
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WARWICK SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE THE FIRST LADY 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Lots of dried-apple and pineapple character on the the nose
and the palate. A fruity finish. Dry and delicious. Screw cap.
Drink now.
WATERFORD ESTATE CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH THE LIBRARY COLLECTION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
91
Aromas of sliced apples and peaches with some lemon
undertones. Medium body and a fresh finish. Plenty of
subtle fruit at the finish. Drink now.
WHALEHAVEN CHENIN BLANC VIOGNIER COASTAL REGION ABALONE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
91
Dried-apple and pear character with some stone and melon.
Full-bodied, layered and flavorful. Screw cap. Shows some
age but holding on nicely. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE PINOTAGE FRANSCHHOEK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Lots of baking spices and vanilla,as well as coconut,
blackberry compote and resin. Full body, chewy tannins, a
fine line of acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink in 2020.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT CABERNET SAUVIGNON COASTAL REGION PROTEA 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Crushed violets, orange peel, peppers and spices. Full body,
round tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT CHENIN BLANC SOUTH AFRICA PROTEA 2017
Country South Africa
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Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Yellow apples, dried blossoms and spices. Medium-bodied
with stone fruit and a tangy finish. Drink now.
ASARA MERLOT STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Blackberries, brambleberries, cassis and resin. Full body, ripe
and juicy tannins and a chewy finish. Drink now.
ASHBOURNE PINOTAGE HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY 2015
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
90
A very floral and fresh wine with sliced-cherry and
strawberry character on the nose. Medium body, light
tannins, and a crisp finish. Linear and cool. Drink now.
B VINTNERS CHARDONNAY WALKER BAY FIRE HEATH TERROIR SPECIFIC 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Cantaloupe melon, white stones, green apples and white
peppers. Light to medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity
finish. Drink now.
BABYLON’S PEAK CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND DRYLAND BUSHVINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Lots of herbs, sea salt and white peppers. Light to medium
body, zippy acidity and a fresh finish. Drink or hold.
BACKSBERG CABERNET SAUVIGNON PAARL 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
A ripe but fresh nose of blackberries, blackcurrants and dark
cherry pastries. Full body, juicy tannins and a fruity finish.
Drink now.
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BACKSBERG PINOTAGE COASTAL REGION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Raspberries, red cherries and spices. Medium body, high
acidity and a fresh finish. Drink now.
BALEIA CHARDONNAY CAPE SOUTH COAST INGE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2014
Score
90
Very ripe pineapples, papaya candies, apple pie and spices.
Very tropical on the palate, but a good smashing of acidity
keeps this in check and fresh on the fruit-forward finish.
Drink now.
BALEIA SAUVIGNON BLANC CAPE SOUTH COAST 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Aromas of sliced apples, peaches and mangoes follow
through to a medium body with bright acidity. A delicious
finish. Drink now.
BEAUMONT CHENIN BLANC BOT RIVER HOPE MARGUERITE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
90
The dried fruits come through clearly with sliced pineapples
and pears. Full-bodied, layered and flavorful. A delicious
finish. Drink now.
BELLINGHAM SYRAH PAARL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Lots of cloves and spices to this syrah, as well as
blackberries, dried red plums and red and black licorice. Full
body, ripe and round tannins and a fruit-forward finish.
Drink in 2020.
BEYERSKLOOF STELLENBOSCH TRAILDUST 2016
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Spices and dried fruits with hints of lemon rind following
through to a medium body. A fresh finish. Bright and lively
at the end. Drink now.
BOB’S CHENIN BLANC WESTERN CAPE STEEN 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Melon, green apples, freshly cut herbs and spices. Light to
medium body, a textured mouthfeel and a minerally finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
BONFIRE HILL SOUTH AFRICA EXTREME VINEYARDS 2017
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Praline, dill, thyme and cooked apples with preserved
lemons. The palate shows textured fruit, plenty of yellow
apples and a spicy finish. A blend of chenin, grenache and
roussanne. Drink now.
BOPLAAS STELLENBOSCH GAMKA RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Freshly picked blackcurrants, plum tart, blackberry compote
and orange rind. Full body, ripe tannins and a flavorful
finish. Drink now.
BOSCHENDAL CHARDONNAY ELGIN APPELLATION SERIES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Lots of tropical fruits such as mangoes and pineapples, on
the nose. Some white peppers and spices, too. Full body,
medium acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
BOSCHENDAL CHARDONNAY PINOT NOIR WESTERN CAPE BRUT
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage No Vintage
Score
90
A fresh and lively white with sliced-apple and lemon
character on the nose and the palate. Medium to full body,
bright acidity and a driven finish. Drink now.
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BOSCHENDAL COASTAL REGION JEAN LE LONG PRESTIGE CUVÉE BLANC DE BLANCS 2008
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2008
Score
90
A very appley sparkling wine with green-apple and cooked-
apple character. Full-bodied, layered and flavorful. Drink
now
BOSCHENDAL MERLOT ELGIN APPELLATION SERIES 2015
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Brambleberries, citrus, orange rind and baking spices with a
hint of riper plums. Medium body, fine tannins and a
succulent finish. Drink now.
CAPE OF GOOD HOPE PINOTAGE SWARTLAND BASSON 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Ripe and fairly overt with notes of cranberry pie, resin and
dried blackberries. Full body, round tannins and a fruit-
forward finish. Drink or hold.
CAPE OF GOOD HOPE SWARTLAND RIEBEEKSRIVIER SOUTHERN SLOPES 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
90
A ripe and heady nose of plum liqueur, treacle tart, fresher
brambleberries and blackberry tart. Full body, ripe tannins
and a fruit-forward finish. Just about in balance. Drink now.
CONSTANTIA GLEN CONSTANTIA THREE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
A spicy red with blackcurrants, plenty of herbs, beets, cedar
and hay. Full body, some grippy tannins and a fruity finish.
Drink now. A blend of 62% merlot, 25% cabernet franc and
13% cabernet franc.
DE MORGENZON CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
A fresh and easy chardonnay with sliced apples and white
peaches. Medium body and a straight-up finish. Screw cap.
Drink now.
DE MORGENZON CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Lemon curd, preserved lemons, hay, green apples and lime.
Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.
Screw cap.
FAT BARREL CABERNET SAUVIGNON SHIRAZ WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Red plums, red licorice, dried herbs and cedar. Medium to
full body, fine tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now. A blend
of 65% cabernet sauvignon and 35% shiraz. Screw cap.
FAT BARREL SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Pretty sliced-lime and green-papaya character on the nose
and the palate. Medium body, bright acidity and a clean,
fresh finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
GABRIËLSKLOOF BOT RIVER THE BLEND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
A red with a currant and dark-berry character. Full body,
chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. A blend of 51%
cabernet sauvignon, 18% cabernet franc, 17% malbec and
14% petit verdot. Drink or hold.
GABRIËLSKLOOF SYRAH BOT RIVER 2015
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Brambleberries, nettles, nutmeg and spices. Full body, juicy
tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
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GLENELLY CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH GLASS COLLECTION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Brambleberries, dried herbs, raspberry cheesecake and
blackberry compote. Full body, flavors of berry compote,
juicy tannins and a round finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
GLENELLY CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH ESTATE RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Sliced green apples, pears and dried white raisins. Medium-
bodied, fresh and dry. Drink now.
GLENELLY STELLENBOSCH ESTATE RESERVE 2011
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2011
Score
90
Dark plums, dark cherries, baking spices, vanilla and leather.
Full body, lots of dark fruit, medium acidity and a chewy
finish. Drink in 2021. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot,
petit verdot and syrah.
GLENELLY SYRAH STELLENBOSCH GLASS COLLECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Stewed blackberries, plums and blackcurrants with some
cloves. Medium body, tangy acidity and a fruity finish. Drink
now. Screw cap.
GRAHAM BECK PINOT NOIR WESTERN CAPE BRUT ROSÉ PREMIER CUVÉE 2013
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2013
Score
90
A fruity and slightly spicy sparkling wine with hints of dried
pears. Medium to full body, a creamy texture and flavorful
finish. Drink now.
GRANGEHURST PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 350 CELEBRATION VINTAGE 2009
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2009
Score
90
Lots of blackberries and a chocolate character with hints of
berries and spices. Medium-bodied, round and chewy with a
slightly dry finish. Shows age now. Needs drinking.
GRANGEHURST STELLENBOSCH 2008
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2008
Score
90
Some leather and berry character. Cedar, too. Medium to
full body, round tannins and a flavorful finish. A blend of
73% cabernet sauvignon, 16% petit verdot and 11% merlot.
Aged well, but needs drinking. Drink now.
HARTENBERG CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Dried apricots, peach pit and papaya. Full body, lots of
tropical fruit and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
HASKELL CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
I like the aromas of sliced apples and pears with hints of
stone. Medium to full body, lemon rind and a medium
finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
HASKELL SYRAH STELLENBOSCH AEON 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
90
A spicy style of syrah showing lots of leather, red plums,
cedar, thyme, paprika and pine needles. Full body, fresh
acidity and a dried-fruit finish that remains fresh. Drink now.
HASKELL VINEYARDS MERLOT STELLENBOSCH DOMBEYA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Brambleberries, deep blackberries, ivy extract and resin. It's
quite dense but very enjoyable with lots of juicy tannins and
tangy acidity, lifting things through to the round finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
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HOLDEN MANZ CABERNET FRANC FRANSCHHOEK RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Blackcurrant compote, blackberries, meat and five spices.
Full-bodied and full-on, but the firm tannin backbone holds
this together. However, less probably would have been
more. Drink now.
HOLDEN MANZ WESTERN CAPE ROSÉ 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Tangy and bright with pretty fruit and sliced-peach and
strawberry character. Dry and fresh. A blend of 35% syrah,
26% grenache, 21% cabernet sauvignon, 12% cabernet franc
and 6% cinsault. Screw cap. Drink now.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY COASTAL REGION BUSHVINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Cooked apples, dried peaches, apricots and spices. Medium
body, medium acidity and a stony finish. Drink now. Screw
cap.
JOURNEY’S END CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Quite reductive at first with wet straw, white stones and
apple pie. Medium body, pretty acidity and a fruity finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
JOURNEY’S END SYRAH STELLENBOSCH THE GRIFFIN 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
A sweeter-fruited style of syrah, offering up aromas of
strawberry and cherry compote with vanilla undertones.
Medium body, juicy tannins and a fruit-forward finish. Drink
now.
KEN FORRESTER CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH OLD VINE RESERVE 2017
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
A pleasing white with lots of character, from dried apples to
peaches, following through to a medium body. A fruity and
juicy finish. Drink now.
KEN FORRESTER CHENIN BLANC WESTERN CAPE PETIT 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Aromas of tinned pears and sliced apples follow through to
a full body with dense fruit. A crisp finish. Drink now. Screw
cap.
KLEIN CONSTANTIA SAUVIGNON BLANC CONSTANTIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
A sauvignon blanc with pretty density and undertones of
attractive dried peaches and light oranges. Medium body
and a fresh finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
LA MOTTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Blackcurrants, eucalyptus, thyme and pine needles. Medium
to full body, grippy tannins and a medium-chewy finish.
Drink now.
LA MOTTE MERLOT CABERNET FRANC WESTERN CAPE MILLENIUM 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Aromas of berries and chocolate with some floral
undertones. Medium body, silky tannins and a flavorful
finish. Drink now.
LA MOTTE SYRAH VIOGNIER WESTERN CAPE THE PIERNEEF COLLECTION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Blackcurrants, brambleberries, dark plums and cherries.
Medium to full body, juicy acidity, fine and firm tannins and
a fresh finish. Drink now.
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LE RICHE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH RICHESSE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Pretty aromas of strawberries and blackcurrants with
undertones of nutmeg and dried herbs. Medium body,
pretty acidity and a medium-chewy finish. Drink or hold.
LEOPARD’S LEAP WESTERN CAPE SPECIAL EDITION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Dried plums, redcurrants, blackberry pie, licorice, dark
chocolate and leather. Full body, chewy tannins and a round
finish. Drink in 2020.
LONGRIDGE MERLOT STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
This shows some nice red plums, brambles and cassis.
Medium body, juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now.
LONGRIDGE PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Light aromas of raspberry cheesecake, rhubarb fool and
blueberry cake. Medium body, fresh acidity, firm tannins
and a fruity finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
LOVECHILD PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE 2013
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2013
Score
90
Refined and complex with aromas of dark berries, spices
and smoked meat. Medium to full body, firm and silky
tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
MURATIE MERLOT STELLENBOSCH ALBERTA ANNEMARIE 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Dried red plums, dark chocolate, brambles, cedar and spice
box. Medium to full body, succulent tannins, fresh acidity
and a juicy finish. Drink now.
NAPIER CABERNET SAUVIGNON WELLINGTON LION CREEK 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Baked strawberries, dried herbs, caramelized orange peel
and fresh blackcurrants. Medium body, tangy acidity and a
fresh finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
NEWTON JOHNSON SAUVIGNON BLANC CAPE SOUTH COAST 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Subtle aromas of sliced lime and green mangoes, following
through to a medium body with tangy acidity. A bright and
vivid finish. Energized. Screw cap. Drink now.
NEWTON JOHNSON SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON WALKER BAY RESONANCE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
A very dry blend with slice-apple and pear character.
Medium body, stone and dried fruits and a bright finish.
Drink now.
OLD ROAD WINE CO COASTAL REGION FRENCH CORNER 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
A pretty nose of blossoms, jasmine and spices. Medium
body, lovely acidity and a butterscotch finish. A blend of
verdelho, marsanne and grenache blanc. Drink now.
OLD ROAD WINE CO COASTAL REGION FRENCH CORNER 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
A very essence-like young drinking style with strawberries,
raspberries and orange rind. Light body, very high acidity
and a zippy finish. A blend of grenache, syrah and
mourvedre. Drink or hold.
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PIEKENIERSKLOOF CHENIN BLANC PIEKENIERSKLOOF BERGENDAL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Straw, honey, dust, vanilla, cloves, spices and dried
mangoes. Full body, some good acid drive, tons of tropical
fruit and an overt finish. Drink now.
POST HOUSE SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH MERRY WIDOW 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Black cherry compote, plum liqueur and dark chocolate as
well as a prominent eucalyptus nose, suggesting this has
been pushed almost too far. The palate shows lots of good,
albeit ripe fruit, as well as round tannins. A full-on, fruity
finish. Drink now. Big style but well done.
RAATS CABERNET FRANC STELLENBOSCH DOLOMITE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Strawberry puree, blueberry compote and baking spices.
Light to medium body, round tannins and a fruity finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
RAINBOW’S END CABERNET FRANC BANGHOEK STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Quite a minty nose with blackcurrants, spices and
eucalyptus. Full-bodied with lots of spicy black fruit and a
fruity finish. Juicy and delicious.
RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD STELLENBOSCH BARON EDMOND 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
90
Red plums, dried strawberries, mocha and coffee beans. Full
body, ripe tannins and a chewy finish. Drink in 2020.
RUST EN VREDE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH ESTATE VINEYARDS 2015
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
Tel. 043 888 21 21 [email protected] www.kapweine.ch
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Strawberries, raspberries, dried mint and eucalyptus.
Medium body, good grip from the tannins, a fine line of
acidity and a medium-chewy finish.
SIMONSIG PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
A fresh and balanced pinotage with aromas and flavors of
cherries, berries and light orange peel. The light earthiness
makes it interesting. Medium body, fine tannins and a crisp
finish. A beautiful drinking red now. Drink now.
SIMONSIG STELLENBOSCH ROSÉ KAAPSE VONKEL BRUT 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Dried-strawberry and light cherry character. Medium body,
fine acidity and a fresh finish. Drink now.
SIMONSIG WESTERN CAPE KAAPSE VONKEL BRUT 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
90
A tangy and fresh sparkling wine with grapefruit and lemon
character. Full, zesty and fun. Drink now.
SPIER CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
90
A ripe nose of cedar, leather, blackberry crumble and plum
liqueur. Medium to full body, some good fruit and a juicy
finish. Drink now.
SPIER CHENIN BLANC COASTAL REGION 21 GABLES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Lots of dried-apple, pear and sliced-peach character.
Medium body, lots of fruit and a flavorful finish. Screw cap.
Drink now.
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STONECROSS PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Bananas, raspberry drops, plum compote, tar and blueberry
pie. Medium body, some firm tannins and a fruity finish.
Classic pinotage. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
STONEDANCE CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Aromas of dried peaches and apples, lemon rind. Full-
bodied and round-textured. Yet,energetic and flavorful at
the end. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
STRYDOM CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH REX 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
90
Paprika, red peppers, leather, tobacco and dried plums.
Medium body, ripe and round tannins and a fruit-forward
finish. Drink or hold.
TESSELAARSDAL PINOT NOIR HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Red cherries, citrus, orange peel, lime soda, smoke and
some tar, as well as cedary elements below. Medium body,
lots of tangy acidity and a taut finish. Drink or hold.
THE FLEDGE & CO. PINOT NOIR ELGIN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Quite a heady nose of plum liqueur, kirsch and ripe stems.
The palate is attractive with its medium to full body, tangy
acidity and round finish. Drink now.
THE FLEDGE & CO. WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Sliced apples, white peaches and freshly cut grass. Medium-
bodied, bright and fruity. A delicious finish. Screw cap. Drink
now.
VAN DER MERWE & FINLAYSON TEMPRANILLO STELLENBOSCH ROUGH DIAMOND PROJECT 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
90
Some berry and chocolate character. Walnuts, too. Showing
tempranillo undertones. Medium to full body and round,
juicy tannins. Drink now or hold.
VANZIJL CHENIN BLANC WESTERN CAPE BUSH VINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Dried-peach and sliced-lemon character. Some fun
bitterness, too. Medium body and a dry, fresh finish. Drink
now. Screw cap.
VILLIERA BLANC FUMÉ STELLENBOSCH BUSH VINE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Attractive sliced-apple, lemon character with hints of stones
and cedar. Medium body, bright acidity and a clean, long
finish. Drink now.
VILLIERA CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH BARREL FERMENTED 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Dried apricots, preserved lemons, peach pit and guava peel.
Full body, lots of tropical fruit, medium acidity and a fleshy
finish. Drink now.
VONDELING CABERNET SAUVIGNON VOOR PAARDEBERG 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Strawberry compote, raspberry cheesecake, dried mint and
nutmeg. Medium-bodied with grippy tannins, a fine line of
acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.
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VONDELING PINOTAGE VOOR PAARDEBERG 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
90
Lots of blackberry and dried-strawberry character. A
medium body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. A
little extracted with tannins now. Drink in 2020.
VONDELING VOOR PAARDEBERG SWEET CAROLYN 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Light dried white flowers, rosewater, lemon drizzle cake and
peach stones. Light to medium body, some pretty acidity
and a fruity finish. Drink now.
WARWICK CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE THE FIRST LADY 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
90
Cooked apples, preserved lemons, grapefruit and some
dust. Medium body, some pretty acidity and a fruity finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
WATERFORD ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
90
Dried herbs, dried red plums, red licorice and spice box.
Medium body, some good tannin grip and a fruity finish.
Drink now.
WATERFORD ESTATE STELLENBOSCH THE JEM 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
90
Brambles, dried nettles, blackberries, blueberry cake and
dried spices. Full body, lots of ripe fruit, a smashing of fresh
acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE FRANSCHHOEK L'AMOUR TOUJOURS 2014
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
A riper, wooded style with cedar, tobacco, vanilla and spice
box across ripe red plums and leather. Full body, ripe red
fruit and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE SYRAH FRANSCHHOEK 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A big, rich style showing lots of coconut and vanilla on the
nose, as well as blackberry jam. Full-bodied with lots of
baking-spice undertones from the wood. Well made, and
certainly a crowd pleaser. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE SYRAH FRANSCHHOEK SINGLE VINEYARD 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
A big, spicy syrah with lots of mulberries, blackcurrant
crumble and stewed blackberries. Full body, ripe and chewy
tannins and a full-on finish. Drink now.
ANTHONIJ RUPERT SOUTH AFRICA PROTEA ROSÉ 2017
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Strawberry essence, orange zest and petals. Light, fresh and
fruity on the finish. Drink now.
ASARA CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH THE WHITE CAB 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Limes, lemon juice, green apples and thyme. Light to
medium body, fresh acidity and a slightly short finish.
Delicious all the same. Drink now. Screw cap.
ASARA SAUVIGNON BLANC STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Light aromas of pears and apple drops, as well as some
white blossoms. Shows some good tension on the palate
with pretty acidity. Drink now. Screw cap.
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BACKSBERG PAARL FAMILY RESERVE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Tinned pineapples, canned mangoes and dust. Full body
and some nice texture but a little dull on the finish. Drink
now. A blend of 50% roussanne, 25% sauvignon blanc and
25% chardonnay. Screw cap.
BELLINGHAM PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Dried redcurrants, dried raspberries, herbs and plenty of
spices. Medium body, fine acidity and a fruit-forward finish.
Drink now.
BEYERSKLOOF PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
89
A very floral nose with crushed violets, bananas and
cinnamon. Medium body, lots of sweet fruit and an easy
finish. Drink now.
BOB’S PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Dried strawberries, plums, herbs and spices. Medium body,
velvety tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
DE MORGENZON GRENACHE STELLENBOSCH DMZ 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
This shows a lot of whole-berry aromas with bubble-gum,
blueberry-candy and grapey character. Full body, round
tannins and a full-on finish. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
DE MORGENZON STELLENBOSCH MAESTRO 2015
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Dried apricots, some bruised apples and a touch of
cinnamon. Medium body, some nice tangy acidity and a
fruity finish. Drink now. A blend of 29% roussanne, 23%
chardonnay, 22% chenin banc, 18% grenache blanc and 8%
viognier.
DEETLEFS CHENIN BLANC BREEDEKLOOF 2016
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Dried honeysuckle, mangoes, papaya and ripe pineapples.
Medium to full body, some tangy acidity and a fruit-forward
but slightly candied finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
DEETLEFS PINOTAGE BREEDEKLOOF 2014
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Aromas of blackberries, wheat and spices follow through to
a medium to full body. Firm and silky tannins and a juicy
finish. Turns a little short at the finish. Drink now.
DORRANCE CHENIN BLANC SWARTLAND KAMA OLD VINES 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Dried flowers, honeysuckle, white peaches, nespole,
chamomile and a little bit of marzipan. Medium to full body,
medium acidity and a finish that lacks just a touch of
freshness. Drink now.
DORRANCE SYRAH WESTERN CAPE CUVÉE AMEENA 2014
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2014
Score
89
This shows dried strawberry jam and leather as well as
cedar. Full and round with juicy tannins and a fruity finish.
Enjoyable but a little one-dimensional. Drink now.
DU PLEVAUX CHENIN BLANC VIOGNIER WELLINGTON ELIZABETH ALBERTHA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Attractive white with dried-apple and pear character.
Medium body and a fruity finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
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DU PLEVAUX PINOTAGE WELLINGTON 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Lots of smoky and ripe fruit character to this red. A burnt-
orange undertone and blue fruits, too. Medium-bodied,
tight and fresh with brightness and focus. A little lean at the
end. Drink now.
DU PLEVAUX SHIRAZ WELLINGTON 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
This has quite a lot of tomato-leaf character with some
earth and resin, as well as a fair sharing of meaty
undertones. Full body, ripe and juicy tannins and a fruit-
forward finish. Drink now.
EAGLES’ NEST MERLOT CONSTANTIA 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Redcurrants, blueberries, paprika and herbs. Light to
medium body, pretty acidity and slightly short finish. Drink
or hold.
EAGLES’ NEST SAUVIGNON BLANC COASTAL REGION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Lots of white peppers, grapefruit and a touch of asparagus.
Medium to full body, pretty full-on acidity and a tangy
finish. Drink or hold.
FAT BARREL CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Caramelized pineapples, a touch of tinned peaches and
some apricot peel. Full body, medium acidity and an oily
finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
FRANSCHHOEK CELLAR STELLENBOSCH THE LAST ELEPHANT 2015
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A ripe nose with paprika, dried blackcurrants, dried herbs
and leather. Full body, round tannins and a slightly diluted
finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc
and petit verdot. Drink now.
GLENELLY CABERNET FRANC STELLENBOSCH GLASS COLLECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
An open, fruity nose of brambleberries, ivy and spices. Full
body, lots of black fruit and a fleshy finish. Drink now. Screw
cap.
GLENELLY MERLOT STELLENBOSCH GLASS COLLECTION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Brambles, red plums, blackcurrants and undertones of citrus
peel with some cedar. Medium body, firm tannins and a
fruity and slightly jammy finish. Drink now.
GRAHAM BECK PINOT NOIR CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE BRUT
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage No Vintage
Score
89
A dense and flavorful white with cooked apples, lemons and
hints of pie crust. Layered and delicious. Drink now.
GRAHAM BECK PINOT NOIR CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE BRUT ROSÉ
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage No Vintage
Score
89
A fresh and fruity sparking wine with a light cherry and
lemon character. Medium body, fresh acidity and a lean,
energized finish. Drink now.
GROOT CONSTANTIA SAUVIGNON BLANC CONSTANTIA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Yellow apples, some guava peel and kiwi fruit. Medium
body, some good oily texture and a fresh, fruity finish. Drink
now.
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GROOT CONSTANTIA SHIRAZ CONSTANTIA 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Blackberry compote, black olives and tomato and plum
paste. The palate's got lots of rich fruit, but it manages to sit
comfortably enough within a sheen of firmer tannins. Drink
now.
HARTENBERG MERLOT STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Blueberries, stewed raspberries, peppercorn and quite a lot
of herbal liqueur. Full body, round tannins and a fruit-
forward finish. Enjoyable but a little one-dimensional. Drink
now.
HASKELL SAUVIGNON BLANC STELLENBOSCH DOMBEYA 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Pomelo, light blossoms and green apples. Light body, fresh
acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
HASKELL SYRAH STELLENBOSCH PILLARS 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
89
A red-fruited syrah offering up notes of red plums, cooked
raspberries and dried herbs. Medium body, some firm
tannins and an easy finish. Drink now.
HOLDEN MANZ FRANSCHHOEK VERNISSAGE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Strawberry compote, candied cherries, dried redcurrants
and spices. Medium to full body, round tannins and an easy
finish. A little one-dimensional. Drink now.
HOLDEN MANZ FRANSCHHOEK VISIONAIRE 2014
Country South Africa
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Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Lots of plummy fruit on the nose as well as dried cherries
and dried redcurrants. Full body, lots of ripe tannins and a
slightly extracted finish. Drink in 2020.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS COASTAL REGION INTEGER 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A juicy and flavorful red with berry and blackberry character.
Medium to full body and a chewy finish. Drink now.
IDIOM STELLENBOSCH 2011
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2011
Score
89
Overtly plummy and fruit-forward with ivy extract,
blackberry jam and baking spices. Full-bodied and dense
with chewy tannins and a blockbuster finish. A little too
much, but drink if you enjoy this kind of full-on style. Try it
in 2021. A blend of 67% cabernet sauvignon, 19% merlot,
9% petit verdot and 5% cabernet franc.
IDIOM STELLENBOSCH CAPE BLEND 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Resin, tar, treacle, plum liqueur and spices. Full-bodied, rich
and chewy at the finish. Drink in 2021. A little old-school but
enjoyable nonetheless. A blend of 42% pinotage, 28%
cabernet sauvignon, 25% merlot and 5% shiraz.
JOURNEY’S END SAUVIGNON BLANC COASTAL REGION THE WEATHER STATION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
White peppers and some asparagus character. Medium
body, zippy acidity and a tropical-fruit finish. Drink now.
Screw cap.
JOURNEY’S END SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
89
Another spicy syrah from Stellenbosch showing paprika,
brambleberries, spice box, tobacco and licorice undertones.
Full body, slightly dry tannins and a fruit-forward finish.
Drink now.
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LA MOTTE SYRAH WESTERN CAPE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2014
Score
89
A pleasant syrah showing notes of strawberries, earth,
cloves and spice box. Medium body, fine tannins and a
fruity finish. Drink now.
LEOPARD’S LEAP MERLOT WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Lots of toast, nutmeg and coffee beans as well as some
raspberry compote and cinnamon stick. Medium body,
round tannins and a fruit-forward finish. Screw cap.
LEOPARD’S LEAP PINOTAGE SHIRAZ WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Aromas of strawberries and dried flowers follow through to
a medium body. Firm and silky tannins and a bright finish.
Screw cap. Drink or hold.
LONGRIDGE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
This shows lots of ripe red fruit, such as dried raspberries,
red licorice, tar and spice box. The palate shows some good
form with some grip to the tannins and fine acidity holding
things together. Drink now.
LONGRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC STELLENBOSCH DRIEFONTEIN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
A lot of caramelized apples to this sauvignon, as well as
dried apricots. This character persists, and it's a little bitter
on the finish in spite of the good serving of fruit. Drink now.
LOTHIAN VNEYARDS PINOT NOIR ELGIN VINEYARD SELECTION 2016
Country South Africa
KapWeine – Cape Wine Selection SA | Rütibüelstrasse 17 | 8820 Wädenswil
Öffnungszeiten Mo. - Fr. 09.00 – 18.00 Sa. 10.00 – 16.00
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Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
89
An overt pinot with lots of strawberry compote, orange
marmalade and just a touch of dried fruit. Full-bodied and
rather full-on, but delicious all the same. Drink now.
MORGENSTER STELLENBOSCH LOURENS RIVER VALLEY 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
89
Dried herbs, dark licorice, dark plums, a hint of figs, caramel,
dark chocolate and baking spices. Full body, ripe and big
tannins, medium acidity and a fruit-forward finish. A blend
of cabernet franc, merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Drink in
2021.
MURATIE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH MARTIN MELCK FAMILY RESERVE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Dried red plums, leather, tobacco and spices. This may not
entirely deliver on freshness, but it still shows a very nice
form and structure with grippy tannins. A juicy finish. Drink
now.
MURATIE SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH RONNIE MELCK 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Roasted herbs, dried strawberries, tobacco and cedar. Full
body, grippy and slightly dry tannins and a fruit-forward
finish. Drink now.
MURATIE SYRAH SIMONSBERG-STELLENBOSCH RONNIE MELCK A TRIBUTE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Black olives, plum paste, charcuterie and pine cones with
some prunes. Full-bodied, rich and a little dense in the end.
A sweet-fruited finish. Drink now.
OPSTAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON CINSAULT SLANGHOEK 2017
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Fresh blackcurrants, spices and freshly cut grass. Light body,
fresh acidity and a slightly short finish. A fun wine
nonetheless. Drink now.
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PELLA SANGIOVESE STELLENBOSCH DIE HANG 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Cherry and orange-peel aromas follow through to a
medium body. Fresh acidity and a clean finish. Drink now.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF GRENACHE PIEKENIERSKLOOF ROSÉ 2017
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Some watermelon and peach character. Medium to full
body, good fruit and a fresh finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
RAINBOW’S END MERLOT BANGHOEK STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Resin, tar, dark plums, eucalyptus and a hint of dried fruit,
such as figs, and some nutmeg. Full-bodied with round yet
grippy tannins that give it some form, even though this is a
little jammy. Drink now.
RHEBOKSKLOOF PAARL VINEYARD SELECTION 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Lots of baked plums, spices, leather and some earth. Full
body, ripe tannins and a medium finish. Drink now. A blend
of mourvedre, shiraz and grenache. Drink or hold.
RIJK’S PINOTAGE SYRAH TULBAGH 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
89
Blackberry compote, vanilla, dust, spice box and baking
spices. Full body, chewy tannins and a spicy, dried-fruit
finish. A little too much in the end. Drink now.
RIJK’S SHIRAZ TULBAGH PRIVATE CELLAR 2011
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2011
Score
89
Cedar, tobacco, cinnamon, dried plums, caramel and dark
chocolate. Full body, a fine line of acidity, ripe tannins and a
fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT WESTERN CAPE CLASSIQUE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Redcurrants, peppercorn and a hint of some bell peppers.
Medium to full body, slightly dry tannins, fresh acidity and a
savory finish. Drink now.
SCALI VOOR PAARDEBERG BLANC 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A very ripe nose that's a little too much with dried mangoes,
caramelized orange peel, caramel and creme brulee. Full
body, lots of honeyed fruit and a fruit-forward, caramelized
finish. Drink now.
SIMONSIG STELLENBOSCH TIARA 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
89
Dried plums, dried cherries, leather, spices, coffee beans and
tobacco. Full body, lots of dried fruit, slightly dry tannins
and a chewy finish. Drink now. A blend of 68% cabernet
sauvignon, 22% merlot, 4% malbec, 4% petit verdot and 2%
cabernet franc.
SIMONSIG SYRAH STELLENBOSCH MERINDOL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Very ripe, heading into fig and prune territory with leather,
dark plums, spice box and meat undertones. Full body, ripe
and chewy tannins and a dark-chocolate finish. Just about
pulls in at the finish. Drink or hold.
SPIER PAARL CREATIVE BLOCK 8 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A bold nose showing lots of plum liqueur, ink, dark
chocolate and a hint of caramel. Full body, a ton of black
fruit and a slightly alcoholic finish. Drink now.
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STELLENRUST CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Sliced pears and bananas with apple character on the nose.
Medium to full body, good fruit and a fresh finish. Screw
cap. Drink now.
STELLENRUST PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
Lots of dried fruit with burn-orange and dark-berry
character. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and a clean
finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
STONEDANCE SHIRAZ SWARTLAND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Cooked strawberries, beets, herbs and spices. Medium body
and juicy tannins, but a touch of jam on the finish. Screw
cap. Drink or hold.
THE FLEDGE & CO. PINOT NOIR WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
89
This shows more cedar, tobacco, spices, licorice and dried
flowers. Full-bodied with rather resolved tannins, a fine
thread of acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
THE GOOSE CABERNET SAUVIGNON UPPER LANGKLOOF 2016
Country South Africa
Region Klein Karoo
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Dried stems, strawberry compote, nutmeg and spices. Good,
fresh berries on the palate. Light to medium in body,
showing firmness and focus even though it's a little short on
the finish. Drink now.
THE GOOSE CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
89
Dried apricots, mangoes and a touch of marzipan. Full-
bodied, round and fruity with a dried-apple finish. Drink
now. Screw cap.
VANZIJL CHARDONNAY VIOGNIER WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Sliced cooked apples and peaches with some dried
pineapples. Full-bodied, fruity and straightforward. Screw
cap. Drink now.
VILLIERA MERLOT STELLENBOSCH MONRO 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
89
This shows lots of herbs and spices with a hint of tomato
leaves. On the palate, it's quite firm and attractive,
supporting some juicy tannins and the medium-chewy
finish. Drink or hold.
VONDELING VOOR PAARDEBERG PHILOSOPHIE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
89
Dark cherries, dark chocolate, cigar box, toasted oak and
walnut shavings. Full body, ripe tannins and a slightly
wooded finish. Drink in 2019.
WARWICK CABERNET SAUVIGNON WESTERN CAPE THE FIRST LADY 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
89
A red-fruited and spicy cabernet with no shortage of
paprika, thyme, sage and red plums. Medium body, firm
tannins and a slightly short finish. Enjoyable nonetheless.
Drink or hold.
WATERFORD ESTATE GRENACHE STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
89
This is very herb-driven on the nose, showing quite a lot of
reduction at first. It soon opens up to raspberries and
Chinese spices. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity
finish. Drink or hold.
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WATERFORD ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC ELGIN 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
89
Guava peel, apple rind and some dried apricots. Medium
body, quite a fair bit of stone fruit and an oily finish. Drink
now. Screw cap.
WHALEHAVEN PINOT NOIR UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY CONSERVATION COAST 2013
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2013
Score
89
This has the leather, cedar and tobacco undertones for a
wine that's already showing its age, but it's married to
fresher elements of lemons and orange peel. Full-bodied
and still with lots of fruit, even though the tannins are a little
dry at the finish. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE CABERNET SAUVIGNON COASTAL REGION BLUE OWL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Raspberries and strawberry jam and red licorice. Light to
medium body, round tannins and a sweet-fruited, easy
finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
ALLÉE BLEUE CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT FRANSCHHOEK 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
Dried plums, cedar, tobacco and earth. Full body, ripe
tannins and a slightly dried finish. Drink now. a blend of
56% cabernet sauvignon, 42% merlot and 29% petit verdot.
ALLÉE BLEUE CHENIN BLANC FRANSCHHOEK 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Aromas and flavors of dried apples and pears. Medium
body, good fruit and a fresh finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
ALLÉE BLEUE MERLOT COASTAL REGION BLUE OWL 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
Pale-ish garnet color. Ripe strawberries, orange peel and
some tomato paste. Medium body, medium acidity and a
slightly short finish. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
ASARA CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
This shows quite a lot of jammy fruit with stewed
raspberries and strawberries. Medium body, round tannins
and an easy finish. Drink now.
ASARA CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH VINEYARD COLLECTION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
A little bit funky with marzipan and dust as well as dried
apricots. Some decent fruit on the palate, but a little
disjointed. Drink now. Screw cap.
BELLINGHAM CHENIN BLANC COASTAL REGION OLD VINE THE BERNARD SERIES 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
Aromas of fruit cocktail with hints tin pears. Full-bodied,
dense and a bit heavy. Not as fresh as the 2015. Screw cap.
Drink now.
BEYERSKLOOF PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH DIESEL 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
A rich nose of plum pie, creme caramel and blueberry cake
with a hint of orange peel. Full body, ripe and structured
tannins and a slightly hot finish. Drink in 2020.
BOSCHENDAL STELLENBOSCH BLACK ANGUS 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
This is very overt and inky on the nose with notes of
eucalyptus, baking spices and resin. Full-bodied, essence-
like and almost oily. A little too much in the end and a bit
jammy. Drink now.
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CONSTANTIA GLEN CONSTANTIA TWO 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Aromas of sliced apples and pears with some slate following
through to a full body with lots of fruit. A dry finish, and a
little metallic at the end. A blend of 68% sauvignon blanc
and 32% semillon. Drink or hold.
DAVID FINLAYSON CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH CAMINO AFRICANA 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
Bruised apples, bruised pears, dried apricots and peach tart.
Full body and medium acidity. Slightly dull on the finish.
Drink now.
DAVID FINLAYSON PINOT NOIR STELLENBOSCH CAMINO AFRICANA RESERVE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
This is showing a lot of development now on the nose, and
they're in the form of leather, tobacco and dried figs and
tar. The palate is better, offering good freshness even
though the tannins are drying out a little bit. Needs
drinking.
DE MORGENZON SAUVIGNON BLANC STELLENBOSCH 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Aromas of sliced lemon and grapefruit follow through to a
medium body with bright acidity. A bitter-lemon finish.
Screw cap. Drink now.
DE MORGENZON STELLENBOSCH GARDEN VINEYARDS ROSÉ 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Some dried strawberry and earth character. Medium body
and a fresh finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
DEETLEFS CHENIN BLANC BREEDEKLOOF 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2017
Score
88
A solid chenin with a sliced-apple and peach character.
Medium body and a fruity finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
DEETLEFS MERLOT BREEDEKLOOF 2015
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Strawberry jam, leather and dried-out flowers. Full body, lots
of rich and dried red fruit, slightly dry tannins and a fruit-
forward finish. Drink now.
EDGEBASTON CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Burnt blackberry essence, plum liqueur, creme de cassis and
ivy extract. Full-bodied and rather fat with lots of stuffing
and a rather alcoholic finish. Drink now.
GRANGEHURST CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH RESERVE 2008
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2008
Score
88
This is still holding on with notes of paprika, dried stems
and cassis as well as leather, cedar and tobacco. Lots of
tertiary character on the palate, which is round with resolved
tannins. A fruit-forward finish. Drink up.
GRANGEHURST PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 2008
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2008
Score
88
Some berry and dried-orange character. Medium body and
a tar, earth finish. Drink now.
GRANGEHURST STELLENBOSCH NIKELA 2007
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2007
Score
88
Some cooked fruit with a berry and cherry character.
Chocolate, too. Full body and round tannins. A blend of 35%
cabernet sauvignon, 34% pinotage, 23% shiraz and 8%
merlot. Needs drinking. Drink now.
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HASKELL SYRAH CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
88
A very ripe nose with lots of dried plums, treacle, dark
chocolate and tar. Full-bodied with slightly dry tannins and
an extracted finish. Old school. Drink now if this is your
thing.
HOLDEN MANZ MERLOT FRANSCHHOEK RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
This is very ripe with prunes and dark chocolate. Full, big
and chewy. A little too much at the end. Drink now.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH BUSHVINE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Fruit cake, dried flowers, leather, cedar and tobacco. Full
body, lots of dried fruit, round tannins and a fruit-forward
finish. Drink now.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY COASTAL REGION INTEGER 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
A simple white with sliced-apple and cream character.
Medium body and a simple finish. Drink now.
JOURNEY’S END STELLENBOSCH THE PASTOR'S BLEND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
A fresh and fruity blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and
cabernet franc. Medium body, medium tannins and a fruity
finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
LEEU WESTERN CAPE PASSANT 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
88
A straight-up and no-nonsense red with a currant and berry
character. Hints of hazelnuts, too. Medium body and an
easy finish. A blend of 36% cabernet sauvignon, 33%
cabernet franc and 31% cinsault. Drink now.
LEOPARD’S LEAP CHENIN BLANC WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Some canned-fruit and peach character. Medium to full
body and simple fruit. Drink now. Screw cap.
LONGRIDGE CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
This has dried-apple and pear character but a hint of white
raisins, too. Full body and a dried-fruit finish. Drink now.
Made from organically grown grapes.
LONGRIDGE CINSAULT STELLENBOSCH DIE PLÊK 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
Light candied strawberries, caramelized citrus peel, herbs
and spices. Light body, round tannins and an easy finish.
Drink now.
LONGRIDGE PINOT NOIR ELGIN CUVÉE RIKA 2016
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2016
Score
88
The nose is quite ripe with strawberry jam, fruit cake and
spices. Full-bodied, rounded and a little hot at the finish.
Drink now.
LUBANZI COASTAL REGION 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
88
A straightforward red with berries and cherries. Medium-
bodied and chewy. Straight-up. A blend of 58% shiraz, 36%
cinsault, 3% mourvedre and 3% grenache. Drink or hold.
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MOON RABBIT PINOTAGE SOUTH AFRICA 2017
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Cranberry sauce, blueberry puree and eucalyptus. Medium
body with some sweetness and medium acidity. Fruity and
straightforward. Drink or hold.
MORGENSTER NEBBIOLO STELLENBOSCH ITALIAN COLLECTION NABUCCO 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
88
Shows aromas of dried cherries, cedar, dried flowers, and
berries, which follow through to a medium body with a
stemy and earthy undertone to the dark fruit. A little bitter.
Drink now.
MORGENSTER STELLENBOSCH ITALIAN COLLECTION TOSCA 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
88
This shows lots of toast, dried plums and treacle. Full body,
ripe tannins and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now.
MOUNT SUTHERLAND PINOT NOIR SUTHERLAND-KAROO 2014
Country South Africa
Region Northern Cape
Vintage 2014
Score
88
Strawberry compote, blueberry puree and brambleberries.
Full body, lots of jammy fruit, a fine line of acidity and a
fruit-forward finish. Not the most subtle of wines, but
enjoyable nonetheless. Drink or hold.
MURATIE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH MARTIN MELCK 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
This shows lots of cedar, tobacco and dried flowers and
fruit. Plenty of ripe fruit, even though it is drying out a little
with the wood tannins. Drink now.
NAPIER WELLINGTON SAINT CATHERINE SINGLE VINEYARD 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Bruised apples, dust, marzipan and peach pit. Full body,
medium acidity and a fruit-forward finish. Drink now. Screw
cap.
OPSTAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT BREEDEKLOOF SIXPENCE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Breed River Valley
Vintage 2017
Score
88
A soft and round textured red with currant, light-chocolate
and hazelnut character. Medium body and a simple finish.
Screw cap. Drink now.
OPSTAL SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON SOUTH AFRICA SIXPENCE 2017
Country South Africa
Region South Africa
Vintage 2017
Score
88
A clean and straightforward white with cooked-apple and
lemon character. Medium body. Drink now. Screw cap.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF GRENACHE BLANC PIEKENIERSKLOOF 2017
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2017
Score
88
This is a little tired now with some cooked-apple and
marzipan character. Medium body. Drink now.
RIJK’S PINOTAGE TULBAGH RESERVE 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
Aromas of blackberries, blueberries and wet earth. Some
tobacco, too. Medium body, tangy fruit and a flavorful
finish. Drink now.
SPIER PINOTAGE STELLENBOSCH 21 GABLES 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
88
This shows resin, vanilla and mocha-scented oak, as well as
blackberry crumble and baking spices. Full body, lots of
drying tannins and a slightly extracted finish. Drink in 2021.
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STELLENRUST SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH PEPPERGRINDER'S 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
88
Lots of candied strawberries, tobacco, cedar and cinnamon.
The palate shows some fine-grained tannins, but the slightly
tired fruit character persists. Drink now.
STELLENRUST STELLENBOSCH BARREL SELECTION TIMELESS 2013
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
88
Strawberry compote, dried plums, dried cherries and cedar.
Full body, slightly dry tannins and a chewy finish. Needs
drinking. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and
cabernet franc.
THE GOOSE UPPER LANGKLOOF EXPRESSION 2009
Country South Africa
Region Klein Karoo
Vintage 2009
Score
88
Some dried fruit and spices and leather. Full body, chewy
tannins and a simple finish. A blend of 60% cabernet
sauvignon and 40% shiraz. Drink now.
VANZIJL CABERNET SAUVIGNON WESTERN CAPE BLUE INK RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Dried leather, tobacco, cigar box, fruit cake and spices. Full
body, rather dry tannins and a dense, sweet-fruited finish.
Drink or hold.
VANZIJL PINOTAGE WESTERN CAPE SPECIAL RELEASE COFFEE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
88
Coffee beans, mocha, toast and mulberry candy with dried-
flower undertones. Medium body, a sweet fruit impression
and an easy finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
VANZIJL SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
88
Aromas of sliced lemons and green apples follow through
to a medium body with good fruit. A simple finish. Screw
cap. Drink now.
VANZIJL SHIRAZ MOURVÈDRE WESTERN CAPE 2015
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2015
Score
88
Mocha, coffee beans, earth and spices. Medium body, firm
tannins and a slight bitter-chocolate finish. Drink now. Screw
cap.
VILLIERA STELLENBOSCH MONRO BRUT 2011
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2011
Score
88
Lots of yeast and pie-crust character with cooked apples
and lightly tinned pineapples. Full body and a flavorful
finish. Drink now.
BACKSBERG SAUVIGNON BLANC PAARL JOHN MARTIN RESERVE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Sliced green apples and lemons. Medium-bodied, crisp and
clean. Screw cap. Drink or hold.
BELLINGHAM CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
87
Bruised apples and tinned pineapples. Full body, medium
acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
BOPLAAS TOURIGA NACIONAL CALITZDORP 2015
Country South Africa
Region Klein Karoo
Vintage 2015
Score
87
Some stewed and earthy berry character. Medium-bodied,
funky and earthy. Screw cap. Drink now.
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COLMANT CHARDONNAY WESTERN CAPE CAP CLASSIQUE BRUT
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage No Vintage
Score
87
A dense and simple sparkling wine with sliced-apple and
some yeast character. Full body. A bit heavy. Drink now.
DAVID FINLAYSON CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH GS 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
87
This shows ivy extract, tons of resin and vanilla and hints of
raisins. Full-bodied and very dense with a dried-fruit
aftertaste. A little too much. Drink or hold.
DE GRENDEL CHARDONNAY CERES PLATEAU OP DIE BERG 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Some good fruit and sliced-apple character but turns a little
dull at the finish. Medium body and a fruity finish. Screw
cap. Drink now.
DU PLEVAUX SAUVIGNON BLANC WELLINGTON MADELEINE MENANTEAU 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
A fresh and clean white with sliced white-peach and apple
character. Medium-bodied, crisp and easy. Screw cap. Drink
or hold.
EDGEBASTON CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
87
Shows some good cooked apples but also a touch of
cellophane. Full body, medium acidity and a canned finish.
Drink now. Screw cap.
HASKELL CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH ANVIL 2016
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
87
Some good dried-apple and pear character. Medium body.
Drink now.
LA MOTTE SAUVIGNON BLANC CAPE SOUTH COAST THE PIERNEEF COLLECTION 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Some rose petals and white blossoms, but then the dreaded
tinned-asparagus character follows. Medium body, an oily
texture and a fruity finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
LEOPARD’S LEAP CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT WESTERN CAPE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
87
A little jammy and simple with the berry and cherry
character. Full body and a simple finish. Screw cap. Drink or
hold.
MOUNT SUTHERLAND TEMPRANILLO SUTHERLAND-KAROO 2014
Country South Africa
Region Northern Cape
Vintage 2014
Score
87
The stewed fruit is a little annoying in this, but shows a
berry and cherry character. Medium body. Drink now.
PELLA PETIT VERDOT STELLENBOSCH KOUEVELD 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
87
This is pretty herbaceous as can often happen when this
variety is bottled alone. Roasted bell peppers and paprika
with deep cassis are what dominate proceedings. The palate
is quite dense and tannic, even though the acidity does
almost lift this through on the finish. Drink now.
PIEKENIERSKLOOF CINSAULT PIEKENIERSKLOOF 2016
Country South Africa
Region Olifants River
Vintage 2016
Score
87
Lots of candied strawberries and just a hint of tinned fruit.
Medium-bodied with round tannins and a slightly jammy
finish. Drink now.
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ROBERT CHRISTOPHER WESTERN CAPE STEEN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
87
A sliced-apple and lemon character, medium body and a
crisp finish. Drink now.
SCALI PINOTAGE VOOR PAARDEBERG 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
87
Aromas of blueberries and blackberries with some dark-tea
undertones. Medium body, crisp acidity and an easy finish.
A little lean at the end. Drink now.
SCALI SHIRAZ VIOGNIER VOOR PAARDEBERG SIRKEL 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Blueberry compote, blackberry puree and candied
watermelon. Medium body, low acidity and a fruity finish. A
little too much caramelized character. Drink now.
SCALI SYRAH VOOR PAARDEBERG 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
87
This is overt with quite a lot of blackberry jam, heading into
raisin territory. A full-bodied one that delivers a sweet
impression on the palate. Drink if this is your thing.
SIMONSIG SAUVIGNON BLANC STELLENBOSCH SUNBIRD 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Canned asparagus with lemon-rind undertones. Medium
body and a fresh, bright finish. Screw cap. Drink now.
SPIER SAUVIGNON BLANC COASTAL REGION 21 GABLES 2017
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Tinned pineapples and papaya. Good density, but hard to
get over the first impression and flavors that dominate.
Drink now. Screw cap.
SPIER SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON COASTAL REGION CREATIVE BLOCK 2 2017
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Dried-apple and grass character with some grilled
asparagus. Medium body and a bright finish. Screw cap.
Drink now.
STELLENRUST CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH BARREL FERMENTED 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
87
Slightly oxidized with notes of pear tart, caramel and tinned
pineapples. Full-bodied with marzipan on the finish. Drink
now.
THE FLEDGE & CO. WESTERN CAPE VAGABOND PRUDENTIA SINO VINO 2016
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2016
Score
87
A little dull on the nose with marzipan, apple pie and spices.
Medium body, medium acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.
THE GOOSE SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
87
Green apples, sliced lemons, and light grapefruit follow
through to a medium to light body. A slightly bitter finish.
Screw cap. Drink now.
BALEIA PINOT NOIR CAPE SOUTH COAST ERHARD 2014
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2014
Score
86
Cedar, five spices, teak wood and mahogany. A little thin on
the palate now with some resolved tannins and acidity.
Drink up.
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BEAUMONT MOURVÈDRE WALKER BAY 2014
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2014
Score
86
A ripe nose with lots of plum liqueur, dried lavender,
eucalyptus and a hint of roasted figs. The stewed fruit
character also comes across on the palate, which lacks some
form. Finishes a little jammy.
HASKELL STELLENBOSCH 2012
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2012
Score
86
Plum liqueur, dark chocolate, some figs and caramel. Full-
bodied, cloying and dry at the finish. Old-school.
HOOPENBURG VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY STELLENBOSCH INTEGER BRUT
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage No Vintage
Score
86
This is heavy and ponderous with cooked-lemon and apple-
puree character. Drink now.
STONEDANCE CABERNET SAUVIGNON SWARTLAND 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
86
Tar, red licorice, baked bananas, baked herbs and lots of
cloves and earth. Full-bodied with lots of stewed fruit. A
little funky. Screw cap.
DE TOREN STELLENBOSCH Z 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
85
Sultanas, raisins and fig jam. The palate is cloying, delivering
a high-octane, sweet impression. There's some potential
here, but it's all a bit of a shame.
GROOT CONSTANTIA CONSTANTIA GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2015
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
85
Tinned asparagus, unripe broccoli and celery. Herbaceous
on the palate too, despite some decent depth and focus.
SCALI VOOR PAARDEBERG ANCESTOR 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
85
This is a little funky with a canned-pear and cooked-apple
character. Dense and ponderous.
DE GRENDEL SAUVIGNON BLANC WESTERN CAPE KOETSHUIS 2017
Country South Africa
Region Western Cape
Vintage 2017
Score
84
Light aromas of celery and lemongrass follow through to a
palate with flavors of asparagus. Light body and a light
finish. Screw cap.
GRANGEHURST CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT STELLENBOSCH 2007
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2007
Score
84
Quite herbaceous with a hefty portion of bell peppers.
Leather and tobacco are what's left. Full-bodied but drying
out. Really needs drinking.
JOUBERT-TRADAUW SYRAH TRADAUW UNFILTERED 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
84
Quite a lot of earth and meat to this syrah, as well as plums
and cloves. A little funky but some good fruit.
LUDDITE CAPE SOUTH COAST SALUEZ LE SABOTEUR 2017
Country South Africa
Region Cape South Coast
Vintage 2017
Score
84
A little dull with sliced-pear and cooked-apple character.
Full body and a short finish. Drink now.
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POST HOUSE STELLENBOSCH MISSING VIRGIN 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
84
Baked bananas, ink, dark licorice and a hint of rubber. Full-
bodied and oily. Not for us.
KEVIN ARNOLD SHIRAZ STELLENBOSCH 2014
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2014
Score
83
This is a little funky on the nose with notes of earth and
tomato paste. Full-bodied and rather fat. Drying tannins.
SIMONSIG CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH THE GARLAND 2010
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2010
Score
83
This is tired now with earth funk, charcoal and rubber. The
palate's quite mushroomy, and the dried-fruit finish is a little
hot.
POST HOUSE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STELLENBOSCH BULLS EYE 2016
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2016
Score
82
Eucalyptus, tar, rubber and plum jam dominate the nose.
Full-bodied, quite hot and alcoholic. Bitter on the finish.
LONGRIDGE CHENIN BLANC STELLENBOSCH OU STEEN 2015
Country South Africa
Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2015
Score
81
This has just gone over the limit with tinned peaches and
tinned pineapple, as well a touch of honey and straw. Full-
bodied, cloying and off-dry. Sorry. Drink now.
RIJK’S PINOTAGE TULBAGH PRIVATE CELLAR 2013
Country South Africa
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Region Coastal Region
Vintage 2013
Score
80
This is very earthy and funky with sausage undertones.
Medium body. Hard to like. Drink now.