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"A linear, steely and Chablis-esque vintage with lime leaf, green apple and ly... "A linear, steely and Chablis-esque vintage with lime leaf, green apple and lychee up front. Aromas of frangipani flowers and oat cakes arrive as the wine opens up, with subtle lemon meringue and buttered toast flavors adding sumptuousness against... more

"The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp colour, with ... "The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp colour, with vibrant citrus, lime zest and hints of butterscotch on the nose. The palate is lush and the creamy texture is underpinned with beautiful mineral notes of toasted almond... more

"A deeply colored garnet wine with a dark plum robe. Aromas of cocoa, cassis a... "A deeply colored garnet wine with a dark plum robe. Aromas of cocoa, cassis and mulberries offer a nose of intense complexity with a spicy undertone of cedarwood. Bursting with sweet berry fruit, the palate presents added hints of chocolate and... more

"Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing ... "Very bright pale-yellow colour with green, vivacious hue. Complex, appealing nose of apricot, peach, pear, lemon zest and floral notes with hints of toasted almonds. On the palate the wine is well structured and linear but retains generous focused... more

"Blackberry fruit aromas with tea-leaf and cedar notes. The palate is rich and... "Blackberry fruit aromas with tea-leaf and cedar notes. The palate is rich and polished with dark fruit and mocha flavors and a finely balanced acidity. Long.finish with the fine tannins typical of a Jonkershoek Valley wine." more

"Made in a way ensuring the personality of site and soil is not over-ridden by... "Made in a way ensuring the personality of site and soil is not over-ridden by the forceful character of the variety, this wine exhibits the typical Southern Right balance of tight \"Old World\" minerality and length with hints of \"New World”... more

"A fragrant unspooling of red berries, just plucked off a wintery branch, cool... "A fragrant unspooling of red berries, just plucked off a wintery branch, cool and incandescent. The aromas deepen to the darker tones of cassis, brambleberries and black cherries. The vivid fruit is overlaid with a hint of balsam, sketched in with... more

"Very deep, youthful colour, and intense almost purple hue. Quintessential Rub... "Very deep, youthful colour, and intense almost purple hue. Quintessential Rubicon nose with violets, ripe plum, cedar wood, fennel, and intense spiciness. A typical liquorice note also evident on the nose. Still young and intense, the palate is... more

"Kind of Wild has been in pursuit of a delicious South African wine for an ete... "Kind of Wild has been in pursuit of a delicious South African wine for an eternity. Persistence paid off, as this little gem from the Western Cape emerged from the wild. Platinum in hue, this zesty Sauvignon Blanc seduces with bright aromas and... more

"This wine displays a pale straw color with brilliant green edge. On the nose ... "This wine displays a pale straw color with brilliant green edge. On the nose the wineopens with crisp green apple and lime blossom. This evolves to incorporate a complexmelange of lemongrass, petrichor and subtle blackcurrant leaf. The palate is... more

"Sauvignon Blanc in Elgin can often be a bit green and vegetal. By using a tin... "Sauvignon Blanc in Elgin can often be a bit green and vegetal. By using a tiny amount of barrel fermented and aged Sauvignon Blanc, Downes Family Vineyards is able to create a wine with great length and raciness, drawing out these wonderful mineral... more

"Barrel fermentation and extended lees contact contribute to this full bodied,... "Barrel fermentation and extended lees contact contribute to this full bodied, elegant and well balanced wine. Floral notes of passion flower and fynbos, granadilla, guava, gooseberry and green fig on the palate along with an underlying minerality... more

"Bright and lively in appearance. Aromas of kiwi fruit, grapefruit, blackcurra... "Bright and lively in appearance. Aromas of kiwi fruit, grapefruit, blackcurrant, nutmeg and sage fill the nose. A confident palate follows, full bodied and layered. Refreshing with a vibrant acidity, the wine concludes with a powerful saline finish." more

"The 2018 Capensis Western Cape Chardonnay is a culmination of five remarkable... "The 2018 Capensis Western Cape Chardonnay is a culmination of five remarkable vineyards – a balanced, layered, and complex expression of the region. Crafted to age gracefully and gain complexity over time, pure citrus and rich minerality drive a... more

"The 2021 Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Chardonnay shows inviting aromas of yellow... "The 2021 Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Chardonnay shows inviting aromas of yellow grapefruit and crushed lime with superlative flinty and white peach characters, which are directly due to the beneficial impact of the maritime climate on its terroir.... more

"Deep garnet red with attractive aromas of elderberries and red currant leaf. ... "Deep garnet red with attractive aromas of elderberries and red currant leaf. The broad midpalate is cupped by silky tannins and intricate layers of plums, graphite and pomegranate and it finishes with a gentle, yet lingering array of mulberry... more

"This South African Chardonnay from Burgundy maestro Philippe Colin boasts viv... "This South African Chardonnay from Burgundy maestro Philippe Colin boasts vivid citrus flavors and a gorgeous toastiness, leading to a lavish mouthfeel. The wine displays bright acidity with a fresh finish of subtle lime. Blend: 100% Chardonnay Top... more

"A tight, mineral wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and comp... "A tight, mineral wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavors are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant,... more

"Robertson's soils' limestone and clay components help the vines to develop st... "Robertson's soils' limestone and clay components help the vines to develop strong citrus flavors with a pronounced nuttiness on the palate. Ageing in oak enhances the nutty and citrus fruit flavors of this wine, unleashing a plush elegance. This... more

"The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp color, with v... "The Estate Reserve Chardonnay displays a wonderful bright crisp color, with vibrant citrus, lime zest and hints of butterscotch on the nose. The palate is lush and the creamy texture is underpinned with beautiful mineral notes of toasted almond and... more