Wines from Western Cape
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Bizoe 2010 Henrietta Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape)
- Editors' Choice
- $30
This beautiful Semillon-dominant blend that shows great finesse, depth and power. Rich and opulent in every way, notes of baked red apple, lemon verbena, honey-drizzled peach and sweet orange oil flood the nose and mouth, while additional flavors of hazelnut cream, fig bread and soft sweet spice carry into the long finish. Round, but with enough acidic lift to keep…
— L.B.
(5/1/2012)
Jean Daneel 2010 Signature Chenin Blanc (Western Cape)
- $28
This oaked Chenin shows great structure and power now, with the potential to cellar nicely for another three years or beyond. Toasted brioche, wood-grilled peaches and quince aromas open up immediately on the bouquet and carry through to the palate alongside seductive accents of sweet spice, almond skin and orange oil. The texture is round and full, and the…
— L.B.
(7/1/2012)
Raka 2002 Biography Shiraz (Western Cape)
- Editors' Choice
- $23
This dark wine hints at Cabernet with aromas of cassis, tobacco, menthol and coffee. The palate entry offers up vanilla and coffee, backed by red berry. Smooth and firm in the mouth, this wine is beautifully proportioned, ending long with dark berry and coffee notes. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.
— M.D.
(5/1/2006)
Raka 2005 Quinary Red (Western Cape)
- $20
This evolving Bordeaux blend offers beautiful aromas of blackberry, anise and spice, followed by a full, complex mouth of tobacco, cedar, black fruit and spice. Lingering finish. Pair with grilled lamb, or a beef filet.
— S.K.
(8/1/2010)
Bizoe 2009 Estalét Syrah (Western Cape)
- $30
Only 30 cases of this gorgeous wine are imported, so snag what you can when you find it. It’s a deep and complex Syrah, exuding attractive aromas and flavors of juicy red cherry and fresh raspberry spiced up with accents of vanilla crème, sweet wood, soft Earl Gray tea and whole baking spice on the close. Creamy and lush with a silky texture; drink now–2014.
— L.B.
(3/1/2012)
Vins d'Orrance 2010 Cuvée Anaïs Chardonnay (Western Cape)
- $33
Named for the winemaker’s youngest daughter, this ripe and sweet selection boasts intense oak-driven aromas of butter and creamy vanilla that mingle well with the honeydew, pear and peach notes. Thankfully, there’s good cut to the round mouthfeel, as zesty orange-flavored acidity keeps the finish fresh and long. Drink now–2014.
— L.B.
(5/1/2012)
Vins d'Orrance 2007 Cuvée Ameena Syrah (Western Cape)
- $39
A seductive and easy-pleasing wine, this ripe and lush beauty, named after the winemaker’s daughter, will draw you in with its sultry notes of ripe brambly berries, forest floor, cured meat, sweet smoke and spice. The mouthfeel is like velvet and the finish long, with a gorgeous mocha- and licorice root-flavored finish.
— L.B.
(3/1/2012)
Roodeberg 1997 Red (Western Cape)
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- Online Exclusive
- $12
This blend of five red grapes has been the hallmark wine for KWV for 50 years. This rendition has foresty aromas mixed with earthy, peppery scents. Round and soft, with tannins that are smooth. Given time, this will open up into something special. Luscious and rewarding, and all for a song. Best Buy.
— M.S.
(1/1/2004)
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