Shiraz does Soulful!
byShiraz probably holds the record for most ‘converts to red wine’, but along the way it got too smooth – killed the fatted calf!…
South Africa
South African Charmer
byWas delighted to see the return of this white as I loved the previous release. My colleague, John Szabo, described it perfectly “lovely, fullish,…
NOT A WOLF IN SHEEPS CLOTHING!
byThis Viognier/Chenin blend is all about gentleness and pretty floral flavours. Lambs playing in a spring meadow – or adults chilling in the early…
ATTENTION SAUVIGNON FANS
byNederburg is a huge South African winery with little or no reputation, and dated labels. Easy to ignore. But it can be a mistake…
FANTASTIC FALL RED ON SALE
byMany South African reds have an earthy, fall season feeling. Part rustic, part comfort. Spier’s Merlot has that quality, and I can see it…
Charming White for $13.95
byWe’re back in South Africa for an amazingly good white. Boekenhoutskloof’s wine is a Rhone meets Loire blend – Chenin and Roussanne grapes. Semi-rich…
Fab Winter Red
byFab winter red @ VINTAGES! As you know I’m not a big fan of plummy, rich reds, but I’m luvin this guy. A Syrah/Cab…
Inexpensive Hearty Red
by… WITH AN ADDED TWIST! This is for fans of rich, hearty, plummy reds. The little ‘extra’ you get with the South African edition…
Bargain-priced Aperitif
bySauvignon Blanc is usually associated with summer drinking, but it’s one of my year long, go-to refresher/aperitif wines. Especially when well-priced, such as this…