2016 Cabernet/Shiraz Estate Blend, Bon Courage, Robertson

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Bon Courage Cabernet/Shiraz Estate Blend has a gorgeously fruit led nose shows notes of tobacco combined with walnuts and berries. Soft oak adds a bit of body and a smooth texture.

£13.50

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Lanzerac, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Cabernet Sauvignon from  Lanzerac reveals masses of dark berry fruit on the nose, especially blackberries with hints of cocoa and cedar. This full-bodied Cabernet has excellent structure on the palate with more dark fruits coming through with more cedar on the long balanced finish.

£14.95

2018 Conebush Syrah, Lomond Estate, WO Cape Agulhas

Syrah/Shiraz

The Conebush Syrah from Lomond is a wonderfully elegant, plush wine which reflects the cool Cape Agulhas climate perfectly.  Displaying a distinct richness, this juicy Syrah is wonderfully balanced with appealing notes ofplum, oak spice and white pepper complemented by finely integrated tannins.

£29.95

2018 Trois Cailloux , Idun, Elgin

Syrah/Shiraz

The Trois Cailloux by Idun is a classic Southern Rhone blend of Syrah/Mourvedre/Grenache that shows a deep ruby red with a violet rim.  Aromas of ripe currants, forest floor and tea leaf caressed by the spicy flavours of white pepper and coriander. Complex concentrated fruits, medium bodied with dense but silky tannins.

£18.95

2019 KWV The Mentors Orchestra, Western Cape

Bordeaux Blend

The KWV Mentors Orchestra Red wine is a multi-region, modern Bordeaux Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Carmenere that shows an abundance of rich, dark berry fruits, with layers of blueberry, plum and blackcurrant.  The palate is balanced with concentrated, sweet dark fruit, hints of pencil lead and a herbal edge.  The finish is long and well balanced with nicely integrated oak, suggesting a good few years graceful ageing ahead for this complex red.

£19.95

2019 Syrah ‘Nuit Eternelle’, Idun Winery, Elgin

Syrah/Shiraz

The Nuit Eternelle Syrah comes from 3 cool climate vineyard sites in Elgin.  It displays a more 'old world' character with savoury black olive and spice mingled with blackberry and cherry fruit with a tantalising white pepper spice to the finish.  An extended period in oak, 16 months due to Covid, gives the wine extra texture and complexity.

£23.95

2019/21 Tokara Director’s Reserve Red, Stellenbosch

Bordeaux Blend

The Tokara Director's Reserve Red displays an appealing red claret colour with an intense core and a ruby rim. The nose shows complex aromas of ripe red and black fruits with hints of dried cranberry, baking spice and graphite. The wine enters the palate with incredible purity and focus. Flavours are those of dark cherries, blackberries and ripe plum skin. Sumptuous and full, there is a hint of spice on the mid-palate which leads to fine, firm tannins on the finish.  This is a truly classy wine and one which will age gracefully for years to come.

£34.95

2020 Pas De Nom Rouge, Beau Constantia, Constantia

Red Blend

This vintage of Pas De Nom Rouge from Beau Constantia has a wonderful rounded and bright fruit character packed with cherry and plum characters.  Typically more'ish with the softness of the Merlot fruit given some structure and oomph from the Syrah (Shiraz) and Cabernet. 

£18.95

2020 Abraham And The Heretics Pinotage, Stellenbosch

Pinotage

The Abraham And The Heretics Pinotage is nicely fruit led, surprisingly drinkable and well worth a look even if Pinotage isn't 'your thing'.

£11.95

2020 Andreas Syrah, WO Bovlei

Syrah/Shiraz

The Andreas Syrah comes from a boutique winery between Paarl and Wellington.  It is a wonderful example of the grape displaying lots of blackberry, blackcurrant and ripe dark fruits alongside hints of pepper and savoury leather.  The palate is complex yet finely poised with well-integrated ripe dark fruits, herbal tinges and silky tannins. 

£23.95

2020 Reyneke Cornerstone, WO Stellenbosch

Cabernet Franc

The Reyneke Cornerstone is a blend of 86% Cabernet Franc and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon farmed Biodynamically.  This terrific value red displays typically aromatic Cabernet Franc characters on the nose with delicate perfume and the vegetal stalkiness one would expect.  The palate is impeccably balanced with sweet dark fruit, spice notes and more vegetal characteristics coming through on the long, well-balanced finish.

£23.95

2020 The Curator Red Blend, AA Badenhorst, 250ml Can

Red Blend

Wine in cans makes a lot of sense from an environmental and convenience point of view but we have struggled to find anything we really like, until now!  The Curator Red Blend from Badenhorst is an excellent blend of Cabernet, Shiraz, Cinsault and Grenache which has great fruit, a silky texture and distinct drinkability! Perfect for picnics, festivals or simply when you don't want to open a whole bottle.

£3.95

2020 The Pepper Pot, David Finlayson Wines, Stellenbosch

Rhone Blend

The Edgebaston Pepper Pot from David Finlayson wines expertly shows the fruit and spice driven flavours of classic Rhône varietals. The colour is a youthful purple/red and the nose shows crushed black pepper, dark mulberry and mixed berry coulis.  A well balanced finish rounds off what is a very popular seller for us.

£13.95

2020 Tokara Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Tokara Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon wine displays a deep maroon colour with a vibrant edge. The nose leads with classic graphite notes, briary fruits interwoven with aromas of five spice and the faintest hint of dried porcini. There is a freshness underscoring these aromas with hints of dark cherry, red currant and fynbos scrub.  The palate is pleasantly full bodied, yet not overpowering, with flavours mirroring the aromas all leading to a multitextured finish.  Superb stuff from one of Stellenbosch's finest properties.

£29.95

2020/21 Cabernet/Shiraz, Hartenberg, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Cabernet/Shiraz from Hartenberg has a lovely vivid purple/red colour, with ripe berry fruits on the nose and hints of forest floor entwined with sweet spice. The palate reveals plenty of vibrant red fruit courtesy of the Cabernet Sauvignon alongside typical black pepper spice from the Shiraz.  There's plenty of juicy, crunchy fruit, soft gentle tannins and a velvety, elegant finish.

£16.95

2021 Dolomite Cabernet Franc, Raats, Stellenbosch

Cabernet Franc

The Dolomite Cabernet  Franc from Raats shows dark and red cherry on the nose. Dark berries, spiciness and herbs linger on the palate. The wine has great purity of fruit with a hint of wet-stone minerality and a velvet soft finish.

£15.95

2021 Pinot Noir Crepuscule, Idun, Elgin

Pinot Noir

The Crepuscule Pinot Noir by Idun in Elgin shows a very light ruby colour with bricky tints to the rim.  The delightful  nose shows Brambles, rose petals, ripe cherries and strawberries. The palate is wonderfully fresh with red fruits and cherries that are delicate and integrated.

£26.95

2021 The Liberator Francophile Syrah, Stellenbosch

Syrah/Shiraz

The Liberator Francophile Syrah is a partial whole bunch ferment which gives a wine that is full of vibrant red-black fruit, with an aromatic nose reminiscent of Saint-Joseph lillie. The result is a thrilling young red that is free of the constraints and manipulated flavour profile that come with barrel-ageing. This is a very pure and naked example of the Syrah grape. Dangerously drinkable on release, it could be expected to age for three to five years in bottle.

£11.95

2021/22 The Chocolate Block, Boekenhoutskloof, Franschhoek

Red Blend

The Chocolate Block is produced at Franschhoek's most famous address and is a dense, dark rich, powerful wine that enjoys cult status.  An abundance of complex dark fruits and a smooth oaky mouthfeel make this one of South Africa's most enjoyable wines. 

£25.95

2021/22 Vinhos Rochas, Casa da Baleia, WO Lower Duivenhoks River

Red Blend

The Vinhos Rochas is an unusual blend of Tempranillo and Syrah (with a dash of Pinot Noir) made from low yielding vines planted on limestone soils.  This is a hugely enjoyable wine that shows lively berry fruits underpinned by minerality and a lovely freshness. 

£16.95

2022 Follow The Line Cinsault, Duncan Savage, WO Darling

Duncan Savage is responisble for some of South Africa's most sought after wines.  The wines are usually made with minimal intervention from exceptional parcels of grapes and are elegant, sophisticated and above all, hugely drinkable.  Here's a few expert reviews:

£38.00

2022 Grenache Noir, Kloovenburg, Swartland

Grenache/Garnacha

The Kloovenburg Grenache Noir has aromas of dark cherries, pomegranate and dried herbs. The palate is medium-bodied, shows good structure and fruit purity. Pairs well with leaner meats dishes like lamb, venison and turkey.

£21.95

2022 Merlot, Lanzerac, Stellenbosch

Merlot

The Lanzerac Merlot is a classic, well-structured red wine with a deep red colour ripe red berries, cocoa, chocolate and undertones of mint on the nose. The wine shows a well-balanced tannin structure with a rich velvety body and a lingering aftertaste.

£13.95

2022 Stars in the Dark Syrah, Minimalist Wines, WO Cape Agulhas

Syrah/Shiraz

Minimalist wines is a true terroir project and makes wines from the cool, coastal vineyards of the Cape.  The fruit for the 'Stars in the Dark' Syrah comes from two mature, low lying vineyards that are a mere 8km from the coast, and is matured in neutral french oak barrels of 228 & 300 litres for 12 months.  The grapes are hand-harvested in the cool early morning and crushed by foot following an overnight cold soak.  Fermentation is with natural yeasts and is followed by a single daily punch down of the skins. 

£36.00