Mixed Case 4

TASTING NOTES
Pale-straw in colour, with a luminous clarity that hints at its freshness. Expressively aromatic, showcasing a medley of tropical fruits. Upfront notes of guava, white peach, and ripe melon lead the way, layered with hints of pineapple, green apple, passion fruit and zesty citrus. Bright and fresh on entry, with a balanced acidity that energizes the palate. The wine has a lovely fleshy texture and rounded mouthfeel, carrying through the tropical fruit profile from the nose - especially guava, peach, and melon. A gentle minerality emerges on the finish, adding finesse and a clean, satisfying close. Fresh, fruit-driven, and well-balanced, with a polished structure and appealing drinkability.

Crafted from 40-year old Certified Heritage Vineyards planted in 1986.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Creamy seafood pastas / mild Thai curries / sushi / grilled fish / barbequed chicken / leafy salads

AWARDS & RATINGS
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TASTING NOTES
An unique expression of Pinotage with delightful pale copper hues. This wine opens with aromas of cherry, strawberry, raspberry, red apple skin, and a hint of white peach. The soft, rounded mouthfeel carries excellent palate weight, delivering a seamless transition from nose to palate. Flavours of red apple, peach, cherry, and berry fruit are held in harmony by a balanced acidity. The finish is both lingering and vibrant, marked by notes of fresh red apple, a subtle cinnamon spice, and plush cherry fruit. Refreshing and elegant, with lots of finesse and fruit purity.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Sushi / salmon / creamy seafood pastas / poultry / glazed gammon / vegetable quiche / berry tarts / strawberry mousse & sorbets

AWARDS & RATINGS
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TASTING NOTES
This wine pours a dense ruby red, surprisingly intense for its R80 price point. The nose is layered and expressive, offering vibrant notes of raspberry, cherry, blueberry, and ripe purple plum, backed by hints of spice, earthy undertones, and a gentle touch of oak. The palate is soft and juicy on entry, mirroring the nose with a generous flow of plush red and purple fruit. Bright acidity lifts the wine, while fine, ripe tannins provide structure and mouth-coating grip. It finishes dry, with lingering flavours of cherry and subtle spice. A confidently crafted Pinotage that seriously overdelivers for its price.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Sticky pork ribs / Grilled lamb chops / Chargrilled boerewors or venison sausage / Smoky aubergine dishes / Cape Malay curry

AWARDS & RATINGS
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A blend of 60% Pinotage, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot and 5% Roobernet

TASTING NOTES
The wine displays a beautiful, dense deep crimson colour. The nose is layered and complex, offering evocative aromas of dark hedgerow fruits such as blueberry, bramble and boysenberry, complemented by notes of kirsch liqueur, ripe plums, sweet cinnamon spice, cloves, red fruits and subtle toffee notes. The palate opens with immaculate, finely grained ripe tannins that provide the perfect foil for the plush fruit spectrum. There is excellent follow-through from the nose, revealing flavours of red and black fruits, spice and fruit pastille sweets. The Pinotage component contributes a pretty red fruit charm, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot add classic herbaceous nuances and structured black fruit depth. Roobernet enhances the wine’s rich colour and depth. Judicious use of new oak offers superb support, seamlessly complementing the fruit, while balanced acidity carries all the elements through to a long, refined finish. Delicious, classy and elegant.

Maturation potential → 2032 - 2034.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Bobotie with fragrant Cape Malay spices / Chargrilled snoek with apricot glaze / Venison pie / Duck breast with cherry glaze / Bittersweet chocolate truffles

AWARDS & RATINGS
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TASTING NOTES
Inviting deep purple colour, with unmistakable Pinotage characteristics on the nose – plums, red berries, exotic spices and earthy beetroots. Oak-derived notes of coffee bean and vanilla add further interest. The palate is focused and precise, with a finely-grained, mouth-coating tannin structure and integrated new oak flavours. On the finish, the wine displays lengthy flavours of juicy, ripe plums and red fruits. A beautifully balanced, dense and rich style of Pinotage.

Maturation potential → 2031

FOOD PAIRINGS
Barbequed meats, especially venison and beef / bobotie / lamb curry / grilled snoek / seared tuna / spicy Asian-styled cuisine / aromatic curries / duck with sweet plum sauce / beef or lamb burgers / pizza

AWARDS & RATINGS
Platter’s Guide 2025 – 5* (95 points) "2021 strikes a perfect balance between vivid, luscious berries, a nuance of violets, spice overlay from oaking, all resting on a bed of tannins, with latent power promising a future while remaining accessible." - Christine Rudman, Platter taster
SA Wine Index 2024 – Platinum / Top 10
ABSA Top 10 Pinotage Competition 2023 – Top 10 Award
Veritas Wine Awards 2023 – Double Gold

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TASTING NOTES
Opaque crimson-red hue, with charming aromas of dark cherries, graphite, black pepper and fresh herbs, followed by an underlying savoury/umami tone. The palate is plush, with integrated new oak nuances and very fine, delicate tannins. An elegant and classically styled Cabernet Sauvignon with a satisfying balance between fruit and oak, and persistent flavours of buchu and blackcurrants on the finish.

Maturation potential → 2033.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Red meats like sirloin or ribeye / beef short ribs / slow-braised beef dishes / ox cheeks / butterflied leg of lamb with rosemary / Portabello mushrooms / hard cheeses like aged cheddar and Gouda / blue cheeses like Gorgonzola

AWARDS & RATINGS
Veritas Wine Awards 2025 – Silver Outstanding
Platter’s Guide 2025 – 4* (89 points)
SA Wine Index 2024 – Grand Gold
Veritas Wine Awards 2024 – Silver Outstanding

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