What a staggering fragrance of amarena cherries and summer flowers! For a village wine the concentration and vibrancy are breathtaking on the barely medium-bodied palate.
The single-vineyard pinots treated identically in cellar (but for slight variances in 30% new oak) to express terroir; here light-structured decomposed granite of Upper Hemel-en-Aarde.
Blackcurrant, tar and spice aromas follow through to a medium body with integrated tannins and a juicy finish. Some tar and spice in the aftertaste.
Now into its tenth vintage – where did the last decade go? – this is a brilliant Pinot Noir that builds complexity in the glass.
The 2021 Riesling Unplugged offers a deep, pure and substantial nose with remarkable complexity and stony expression. Lush and round on the palate, this is
From 41-year-old vines on loamy/gravelly soils, the 2014 Löhrer Berg Riesling trocken displays a clear, pure, fresh and discreet white and greenish (lime and lemon)
No question, positive thinking is good, but that makes so much more sense when you have a joyful and expressive wine like this (50 shades
There’s a wonderful interplay of ripe and fresh components in this wine which make slight on its feet in spite of the considerable intensity. Vibrant
So much youthful energy is married to a fruit cocktail of aromas that no mixologist could match. The wonder is that this is super-cool for
A dry riesling masterpiece with a near-perfect balance of restrained ripeness, very complex wild herb aromas and an extremely mineral acidity. Stunning concentration and brilliance
Drop everything now, because this is oh so serious, but oh so exciting. At once warm and cool, mouthwatering and ripe with a very long,
Expertly packed with a slew of mineral and leesy character. The combination of youthfulness and raciness is like it tightly wound Breguet pocket watch. Better
Tesch’s 2020 Riesling St. Remigiusberg opens pure, refined and flinty on the complex but delicate and elegant nose. Full-bodied but pure, fresh, transparent and persistently
Welcome to this tangerine dream that floats over the palate like a swarm of balloons. Behind all the citrus is a fjord of stone fruits,
Sourced from two blocks of old vines planted in 1962 and 1968 respectively, this barrel-fermented Chenin offers great concentration and complexity. On the nose, it
A highly concentrated carignan with firm, wild, and powerful tannins adorned by flavors of ripe red and black fruits, all with extreme intensity, while at
100% País. Attractive nose with rose petal, blueberry, thyme, and sage with a run of wild strawberries. The palate is bright and fresh, juicy, in
Dark fruit, cinnamon and tomato leaf on the nose. It’s full-bodied with firm tannins. Rich, juicy and textured with some herb and coffee notes. Balanced,
Lots of lemony character to this with notes of lemon curd, zest and peel. Relaxed, creamy fizz and a slightly bitter lemon finish. Enjoy now.
Spicy dried cherry on the nose, following through to a medium-bodied palate with plenty of tangy fruit flavor, fresh acidity and youthful, firm tannins. A
Clear, pale gold. Fruity nose coupled with candy tones. The palate is lightly styled, easy-drinking and soft with more of the same, very accessible aromas.
This is an exciting new wine from Broccardo. With 33 months of oak aging, the 2016 Barolo Riserva Bricco San Pietro is true and elegant,
This rich, ripe red features a thick texture, with blackberry and currant flavors that mingle with cola, licorice and loamy earth notes. The firm tannins
70% Sangiovese, 20% Sagrantino, 10% Merlot. A classy Montefalco Riserva with plenty of spice, red fruits, balsamic, red forest berries with a touch of chocolate,
A rich, concentrated wine with dried spices, blackberry and prune fruit, leading to a mint chocolately finish. Lovely traditional style. Recommend decanting. [Drink through to
The star of the show is the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon James O’Neil, which is based on 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. Beautiful tobacco,
A shy nose had a hint of hayflowers and lemon zest. The concentrated yet tight palate sweeps in with lemony force. There is cool concentration,
100% Pinot Gris. Fabulously exotic nose of mango, spiced lychee and ripe orange zest. Rich and intense on the palate with complex and firm flavours.
A spicy hint of maple syrup precedes the ripe red apple notes on the nose. The palate is lemony and shines with bright, slender but
A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre with splashes of Cinsault and Carignan, this wine was aged in concrete vats, keeping the fresh fruit and
Finely composed and charming, the wine shows ripe cherry, floral, olive and warm spice nuances on the nose, leading to a silky-smooth palate that’s juicy
Blended with 8% Petit Verdot and 2% each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this hearty red is brimming in thick tannin, considerable oak and expansively
The vines are still comparatively young at 19 years’ old, but Norte, located at 730 metres on the slopes of the Sierra de Cantabria, is
Blueberry and blackberry aromas, together with chocolate and hazelnuts, following through to a medium body with lovely richness and a soft texture that goes long.
Brimming with ripe peaches and sliced pear fruit with a hint of caramelized pineapple this is a very generous German dry riesling for the 2021
A refreshing, lithe wine, with quite plush fruit. It shows good concentration and intensity, with dried apricot, spice and mineral notes. A racy, elegant wine
Beautifully wrought Bordeaux blend, 2018 has lower (58%) cab franc with merlot, cab & petit verdot. Poised & subtly layered, with earthy graphite minerality, cocoa-threaded
Wonderfully ripe and inviting, the bouquet shows ripe peach, feijoa, crunchy apple and lime/lemon peel aromas, followed by a flavoursome palate offering terrific fruit power
Delightfully fresh and inviting with nectarine, Granny Smith apple and lime zest aromas, it’s lively and juicy in the mouth offering excellent fruit intensity and
Tesch Krone Riesling Trocken 2019 $33.95 No question, positive thinking is good, but that makes so much more sense when you have a joyful and
Sugar Loaf Sauvignon Blanc 2022 Wonderfully ripe and inviting, the bouquet shows ripe peach, feijoa, crunchy apple and lime/lemon peel aromas, followed by a flavoursome
Blackberry, cassis, violet, licorice and sweet-tobacco aromas. It’s medium-bodied with sleek, fine tannins and fresh acidity. Juicy, fruity finish. Delicious now [to 2028+]. Score –
