Hartenberg
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Hartenberg 2006 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch)
- $79
While this is certainly on the higher end of South African Shiraz price points, it’s worth the investment. The intense bouquet is loaded with rich dark cherry, raspberry, sweet spice and small wild strawberries. All-spice and pepper dominate the creamy mouth, with opulent flavors of meaty plum, roasted espresso and black cherry guts. Full and powerful in the mouth…
— L.B.
(9/1/2010)
Hartenberg 2008 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch)
- $114
A big and bold Shiraz, dark fruit aromas and flavors of fig, black cherry and plum abound. Glimmers of sweet spice and smoke unfold softly, showing the promise of additional complexities and nuance that should continue to develop with time. Firmly structured tannins help to frame the lush, ripe palate, and prodive a gripping texture to the long close. Try after…
— L.B.
(5/1/2013)
Hartenberg 2005 The Mackenzie Red (Stellenbosch)
- $93
This red blend starts with a rich, inviting nose of sweet tobacco, black currant and cedar, and on the palate, balanced, stately flavors of tobacco, spice and mocha are matched with a lush, curvy fruit character. Elegant but indulgent.
— S.K.
(6/1/2009)
Hartenberg 2004 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch)
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- $82
Savory and rich aromas of balsamic, crushed herbs, cherries and plums are followed by spice, violets and plum flavors. Round and hearty with medium tannins, the wine has a friendly but elegant character.
— S.K.
(12/31/2009)
Hartenberg 2006 The Mackenzie Red (Stellenbosch)
- $79
Dark berries, coffee and woody spice start off the nose of this wine, with more concentrated but juicy plum and cherry flavors unfolding in the mouth. Creamy and lush with medium acid and a lively structure. Drink now–2013.
— L.B.
(6/1/2011)
Hartenberg 2007 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch)
- $79
Medium weight with a satiny smooth texture and great balance, this is a stellar Syrah with great complexity between the rich dark fruit flavors and forest spice. Aromatic accents of cured meat and crème brûlée linger in the back of the bouquet, while a strong coffee flavor stays strong through the finish.
— L.B.
(6/1/2011)
Hartenberg 2007 The Eleanor Chardonnay (Stellenbosch)
- $53
There’s a definite oaky backdrop to this wine, adding spice and toast to the rich baked red apple, peach bit and brioche flavors. An orange blossom accent freshens up the rich flavors and the full but balanced mouth. The long finish is loaded with toasty hazelnut character.
— L.B.
(6/1/2011)
Hartenberg 2009 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch)
- $32
Rich and round but not overdone, with a nice brightness to the apple, clementine and white peach aromas and flavors. Balanced and well-integrated, with all of the components working together in harmony. Closes on a brisk citrus-rind finish. Drink now–2014.
— L.B.
(5/1/2012)
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