Syrah Malgas Sijnn 2012
93 points | $35 | 70 cases imported | Red
Well-packed, with a charcoal frame around the intense blueberry,
blackberry and plum pâte de fruit flavors. A roasted apple wood
note holds the finish. Best from 2016 through 2020.—J.M.
Touriga Nacional Malgas Sijnn 2012
92 points | $35 | 42 cases imported | Red
Features polished blackberry, plum and blueberry fruit, with enticing
grilled herb and tobacco notes and a flicker of iron. The elements
are all melded together. Drink now through 2018.—J.M.
To add to this, our winemaker David Trafford who also makes De Trafford Wines Syrah 393 2011, became the highest-rated South African wine ever scored by Wine Spectator, at 96 points.