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Stanford Hills Jacksons Pinotage 2007
Red  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.79  RS: 2.4  pH: 3.71  TA: 4.5  FSO2: 12
  18.00 points
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Du Toitskloof Pinotage/Merlot/Ruby Cabernet NV
Red  Dry  Medium bodied  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.94  RS: 5.1  pH: 3.36  TA: 5.5
A well rounded medium-bodied wine with inviting raspberry and other ripe red berry flavours, hints of spice and dried banana. It has an impressive smoothness and a long fruity finish.
  0.00 points
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Vriesenhof Pinot Noir 2006
Red  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.32  RS: 2.5  pH: 3.63  TA: 5.7
The wine shows classic Pinot Noir perfumes and flavours (earthiness with notes of mushroom and forest floor). Berry fruits on the nose and a slight farm yard character on the palate. The aftertaste has hints of smokiness and earthy ...
  14.00 points
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Nitida Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.17  RS: 2.9  pH: 3.35  TA: 6.3
Veritas 2005 - Bronze
Copious melons and peaches balance a steely backbone of lemongrass and citrus
  17.00 points
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Douglas Green Sunkissed
White  Sweet  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 7.55  RS: 78  pH: 3.48  TA: 5.85
A composition of luscious lemony flavours on the nose, voluptuous grape sweetness with pineapple and honey on the tongue. Full sweetness is well balanced by a pleasing crisp finish. Low alcohol makes this wine very accessible and easy to drink.
  16.00 points
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Excelsior Merlot 2008
Red  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.5  RS: 3.5  pH: 3.60  TA: 5.4  SO2: 85  FSO2: 40
2009 Michelangelo Wine Awards - Double Gold
Aroma: Sweet violet, blackberry fruits and on the nose.
Palate: Full and juicy with hints of plum and chocolate. Tannins ...
  20.00 points
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Edgebaston G.S. Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Red  Dry  Huge bodied  Herbaceous  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.4  RS: 2.1  pH: 3.64  TA: 6.1  VA: 0.77  SO2: 92  FSO2: 38
The wine displays Cabernet Sauvignon cassis and blackcurrent fruit on the nose as well as having a fresh minty, herbaceousness backed by mocca vanilla. A broad midpalate and long lasting flavours of Boysenberry and hints of sweet ...
  17.00 points
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Edgebaston Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Red  Very Dry  Full bodied  Herbaceous  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14  RS: 2.2  pH: 3.6  TA: 6.2  VA: 0.6  SO2: 100  FSO2: 32
  16.00 points
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Edgebaston Shiraz 2006
Red  Dry  Full bodied  Herbaceous  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.2  RS: 2.2  TA: 6.1  VA: 0.60  SO2: 95  FSO2: 35
The aim with this wine has been to make a classic styled Shiraz leaning more towards its European heritage. White pepper, violets, mulberry and smoky vanilla notes on the nose are backed up by a bracing freshness and dry, ripe tannins ...
  18.00 points
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Teddy Hall 'Winter Moments' Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
White  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.8  pH: 3.64  TA: 5.9  VA: 0.37
A blend of rich ripe black fruit on the nose, lush juicy plums and velvety dark chocolates with velvety tannins.
  17.00 points
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Teddy Hall Chenin blanc Reserve 2008
White  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14  RS: 1.8  pH: 3.06  TA: 7.0
A rich golden colour with the faintest of green tinges, the nose offers abundant nougat, pineapple and summer fruit aromas. On the palate there's a distinct dryness with the vanillins of the oak counterbalancing the tropical fruit ...
  17.00 points
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Teddy Hall 'Summer Moments' Chenin blanc 2009
White  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.5  RS: 5.0  pH: 3.3  TA: 6.5  VA: 0.37
A zesty refreshing wine with great balance. Guava, pineapple and quince aromas complement the lively, fresh yet complex palate that finishes with a lingering sensation of tropical fruit and wild honey.
  15.00 points
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Edgebaston Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14  RS: 6  pH: 3.22  TA: 6.4  VA: 0.47  SO2: 130  FSO2: 40
Green apple, flinty and tropical fruit flavours on the nose flow through onto the palate where crisp, clean acidity is met by a creamy midpalate. A softer and rounder version of Sauvignon Blanc than most modern day examples with more ...
  17.00 points
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Welmoed Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Light bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.5  RS: 3.5  pH: 3.31  TA: 6.18
Fresh, easy-drinking wine, pale straw colour. A hint of sweetness that then cascades into gooseberries and lemongrass on nose. Well balanced palate with delicious passion fruit and other tropical aromas. Expressive varietal characters ...
  13.00 points
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Thandi Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 12.5  RS: 1.26  pH: 3.15  TA: 6.46
A fresh and crispy wine with a pleasant combination of ripe tropical fruit flavours and hints of green figs, a well balanced mid-palate and a lingering finish.
  0.00 points
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Du Toitskloof Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Full bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 12.3  RS: 6.8  pH: 3.2  TA: 7.0
A wine with a typical grassy character. Full bodied with tropical fruit, a zingy acidity and a sharp citrus finish.
  0.00 points
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Waverley Hills Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc 2008
White  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 11.5  RS: 3.1  pH: 3.68  TA: 5.9  VA: 0.40  SO2: 75
This organic blend of dry white wines is low in alcohol and has aromas of white pear, citrus and fresh passion fruit. The wine has a smooth entry and is well-balanced on the palate with aftertastes of lime and fresh grass. The wood ...
  0.00 points
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MAN Vintners Sauvignon Blanc 2008
 750ml  Bottle    Alc: 12.5  pH: .
A blast of tropical fruit complemented by a lively acidity and a touch of herbs. THE wine to drink at your best friend's bachelorette party.
  0.00 points
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Eikendal Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz 2004
Red  Full bodied  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 15  RS: 3.3  pH: 3.58  TA: 6.0
This wine has a deep, dense cherry red colour. The nose shows an initial lift of rich plums, spices and licorice aromas, all framed with stylish vanilla oak. The palate is with deep, dark fruits, black as chocolates and heading ...
  15.00 points
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Edgebaston Chardonnay 2008
White  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.5  RS: 3.8  pH: 3.33  TA: 6.1  VA: 0.33  SO2: 120  FSO2: 40
The wine shows an elegant minerality with lime-citrus, sourdough and cinnamon flavours. The tight minerality keeps a wonderful acid grip on the palate showing good ageing potential. A floral note of wild , white flowers such as frangipani ...
  17.00 points
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