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Naughty Girl 2010 Sparkling Rosé
Rose  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 7.5  RS: 75.0  pH: 3.4
  20.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Diemersfontein Pinotage 2009
Red  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.8  pH: 3.55  TA: 5.50
On the nose, rich dark chocolate, a hint of mint and baked plums. Ripe subtle tannins.
  16.00 points
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La Vierge Temptation The Affair 2008
Red  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.98  RS: 1.7  pH: 3.43  TA: 6.6  VA: 0.68
This wine expresses the complex contribution of flavours from the rich black fruit contribution of the Syrah, sweet cherry and spice from the Barbera and Nebbiolo and rustic notes of the Sangiovese and Mourvedre.
  11.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Raka Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.5  RS: 1.6  pH: 3.35  TA: 5.6
Appearance: Clear, Lime green in colour
Wine Style: Dry
This wine shows classic cool climate characteristics. Pronounced tropical aromas with gooseberries, pear and guava. Hints of green pepper, fig and asparagus ...
  19.00 points
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Raka Quinary 2005
Red  Dry  Full bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.0  RS: 2.4  pH: 3.52  TA: 6.0
2008 Veritas Awards - Bronze Medal
Dark bright ruby colour, complex nose of blackberries, spice and liquorice against a cigar box background. Juicy black fruit carries through on the palate, fairly ...
  16.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Meinert La Barry Sauvignon Blanc 2009
White  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.04  RS: 2.55  pH: 3.23  TA: 6.4
Conceived as a wedding gift for my non-red-wine-drinking wife, for some reason a few fans assumed the maiden La Barry 2008 was a once-off. With the 2009 we''ve realised the goal of using exclusively Elgin grapes. Cool climate floral ...
  18.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Two Oceans Merlot / Shiraz / Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Red  Dry  Medium bodied  Fruity  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 12.4  RS: 6.8  pH: 3.5  TA: 5.6
Colour: Ruby red.
Bouquet: An abundance of ripe fruit with strawberry and mulberry nuances.
Taste: A medium-bodied, soft and fruity wine with strawberry and ripe fruit aromas making the wine approachable while still young.
  15.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Boplaas Chocolate Port 2008
Fortified  Full bodied  Fruity  375ml  Bottle    Alc: 18  RS: 88  pH: 3.75  TA: 5
  17.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Roodeberg White 2009
White  Medium bodied  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.81  RS: 2.09  pH: 3.42  TA: 5.9
A full bodied wine with an abundance of upfront tropical fruit, melon, guava, and apricot and flavours. These are complemented by a creamy texture and slight of oak characteristics, on both the nose and palate.
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Louis Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2007
Red  Dry  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14.7  RS: 2.7  pH: 3.55  TA: 5.4  VA: 5.4
Subtle mint and eucalyptus mix with blackberries and strawberry fruit on the nose. The flavours flow onto the mouth and mix with soft, yummy tannins to end with a lingering finish. One of the most ponderous wines you will find, a true muse.
  16.50 points
reviews & ratings (2)
Peter Bayly Cape Vintage Port 2006
Fortified  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 19  RS: 81.6  pH: 3.57  TA: 5.5
Brooding nose. The palate is extremely youthful with lots of dark fruit, firm tannins and bright acidity. Flavours of plums, chocolate and spice. Has great weight and intensity.
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Topaz Pinot Noir 2008
Red  375ml  Bottle
Passion was used to create this wine! Making Pinot Noir, is a true art form and this is, a classic combination of fruit, wood and velvety mouth-feel. This delicate example has classic Pinot Noir flavours. Made with style and class, ...
  0.00 points
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Topaz Pinot Noir 2007
Red  375ml  Bottle
Passion was used to create this wine! Making Pinot Noir, is a true art form and this is, a classic combination of fruit, wood and velvety mouth-feel. This delicate example has classic Pinot Noir flavours. Made with style and class, ...
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Topaz Syrah 2005
Red  375ml  Bottle
A huge, powerful, smooth, silky, "iron fist in a velvet glove". Spicy, with a full ripe mid-palate that lends a youthful drinkability. Distinctly New World in style but with Old world power woven in. Definitely not a shy wine!
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (2)
Topaz Syrah 2007
Red  375ml  Bottle
A huge, powerful, smooth, silky, "iron fist in a velvet glove". Spicy, with a full ripe mid-palate that lends a youthful drinkability. Distinctly New World in style but with Old world power woven in. Definitely not a shy wine!
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Topaz Viognier 2008
White  375ml  Bottle
Bold and ripe with blossom appeal. This wine is elegant, well-balanced and full flavoured-redolent of Condrieu.
  17.00 points
reviews & ratings (2)
Robertson Winery Chapel Red
Red  Dry  Herbaceous  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 13.51  RS: 5.0  pH: 3.43  TA: 6.9
Named after the original Chapel which was used as a wine cellar since 1941. The Robertson Winery's Old Chapel range has become a sought-after taste. This pleasant everyday glassful would make any occasion a joyful one.
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  20.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Delheim Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Red  Dry  Huge bodied  Mineral  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 14  RS: 2.4  pH: 3.49  TA: 6.9
Concentrated with expressive fruit aromas, backed by liquorice and mint undertones. The wine is full-bodied and lingers on the palate.
  17.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Oranjerivier Full Cream Sherry 2007
Fortified  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 17.89  RS: 176  pH: 3.56  TA: 4.89  VA: 0.29  SO2: 60  FSO2: 6
Light-brown with tinges of gold; barley sugar bouquet with a touch of honey; elegantly sweet.
  19.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
Badsberg Vintage Port 2005
Fortified  750ml  Bottle    Alc: 16.54  RS: 79.9  pH: 3.69  TA: 5.8
Colour: Deep ruby.
Nose: Berry and stewed fruit.
Palate: A full bodied wine with excellent balance. Rich fruitcake flavours.
  0.00 points
reviews & ratings (1)
 

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