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92
points

DeMorgenzon 2010 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch)

  1. $30
A beautifully balanced and attractive wine that’s delicious now but should hold well for another five years. Herbal fynbos aromas infuse the peach, melon and ripe fig core while accents of soft toast and nuttiness add depth. The medium-weight mouth, framed by sweet, tropical-fruit flavored acidity, leads seamlessly onto the long and evolving finish.  — L.B.  (7/1/2012)
91
points

DeMorgenzon 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch)

  1. $30
Delicious and decadent while simultaneoulsy restrained and balanced, this is a gorgeous Chenin that offers a little bit of everything: ripe fruit, floral character and sweet spice. Fresh nectarine, rich fig and softly honeyed melon fill the nose and medium-weight mouth. There’s a clean, acidic lift to the finish that transitions into notes of orange blossom and…  — L.B.  (11/1/2011)
89
points

DeMorgenzon 2010 DMZ Chardonnay (Western Cape)

  1. $15
A touch of oaky character adds depth and richness to this attractive and balanced Chard. Red apple, ripe peach and orange oil flavors are at the heart of the palate, accented by glimmers of honeycomb and sweet spice that linger beautifully through the finish.  — L.B.  (11/1/2011)
88
points

DeMorgenzon 2006 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch)

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  1. $35
Touches of citrus, orange and lemon cream pervade on the nose of this Stellenbosch Chenin, and on the palate, great acidity pairs with balanced flavors of lemon, orange and pear. Crisp but complex finish.  — S.K.  (11/15/2008)
88
points

DeMorgenzon 2008 DMZ Chardonnay (Western Cape)

  1. $15
The nose of this Chard is so lively and welcoming with accents of lilac, jasmine, white peach slices and clementine. Matured in barrel for 10 months, the wine’s palate offers more intense, mature flavors of peaches and cream, ginger and supporting tropical acidity. Well structured with a defined and evolving finish, it takes you from citrus to fresh peach to…  — L.B.  (9/1/2010)
87
points

DeMorgenzon 2008 DMZ Shiraz (Stellenbosch)

  1. $15
A bright, tasty Shiraz loaded with flavors of chocolate-covered cherry, raspberry compote and integrated sweet spice throughout. Balanced with a medium weight, structured tannins and a juicy plum-infused finish. Approachable now and great for shell steak or lighter game stews.  — L.B.  (9/1/2010)
86
points

DeMorgenzon 2009 DMZ Syrah (Western Cape)

  1. $15
Red plum and strawberry are the main attraction in this fruit-forward wine, with secondary notes of crushed violets and soft black pepper. The mouth is velvety with fine tannins and medium acidity, followed by a clean, medium-length finish. Drink now.  — L.B.  (8/1/2011)
84
points

DeMorgenzon 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape)

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  1. $15
Lean and tart with green plum and Granny Smith apple aromas. Lemony acidity drives the brisk mouth, leading into the short but crisp finish.  — L.B.  (6/1/2011)
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