Capaia
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Capaia 2005 Capaia Red (Philadelphia)
- Editors' Choice
- $42
Dark, rich fruit, luscious spice and a velvety overall texture make this flagship wine from Capaia a benchmark Bordeaux blend for South Africa. Assertive but refined, layered but delicate, the wine unfolds gently on the palate and is the perfect cohort to myriad meat and poultry dishes. Minerality gives it lift and clarity.
— S.K.
(11/15/2007)
Capaia 2006 Red (Philadelphia)
- Editors' Choice
- $45
This Old World-style red starts with a savory, complex nose of rich meats, tobacco, leather and smoke. The flavors are a blend of spicebox, tobacco, smoke and cedar. Its elegant tannic structure and generous mouthfilling character will attract collectors and lovers of Bordeaux wines.
— S.K.
(12/15/2008)
Capaia 2006 Blue Grove Hill Red (Philadelphia)
- $20
Starting with a nose of fruity blackberry and cherry, this Merlot-dominated wine has integrated tannins, balancing minerality and an overall friendly character. Flavors of blackberry, pepper and plum are backed by smooth tannins and a lingering finish.
— S.K.
(12/15/2008)
Capaia 2007 Blue Grove Hill Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Philadelphia)
- $21
Brambleberry, pepper and smoke lead this distinctive red blend from Capaia. Red berries, pepper and spice have South African character, and are enlivened by good acidity and a minerally finish. A refreshing but savory everyday red; pair with lamb or game.
— S.K.
(3/1/2010)
Capaia 2007 Blue Grove Hill Sauvignon Blanc (Philadelphia)
- $19
A grassy nose mingled with fresh citric fruits is followed by a unique combination of refreshing fruit, herbs and fresh green pepper in this elegant sip from Capaia. Earthy while at the same time appetizing, the wine has a crisp finish.
— S.K.
(6/1/2009)
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