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89
points

Rooiberg 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson)

  1. $15
Balanced and refined, this is a great value Cab that shows nice roundness to the spicy tobacco, bramble and cassis flavors. Dusty tannins linger softly through the finish, where a faint leathery accent adds intrigue. Readily available with 14,000 cases imported.  — L.B.  (6/1/2011)
87
points

Rooiberg 2009 Reserve Pinotage (Robertson)

  1. $15
This Pinotage shows nice vibrancy and lift with the slightly high-toned red fruit aromas of currant and plum alongside secondary glimmers of sweet cured meat and earthy spice. Tight but lively with bracing acidity that results in a brisk and mouthwatering finish.  — L.B.  (12/15/2011)
86
points

Rooiberg 2007 Reserve Shiraz (Robertson)

  1. $15
A touch sharp with prominent acidity and soft tannins in the mouth. Tart dried cherry, raspberry and plum fill palate, with a clean, medium-length finish sealing the experience. Drink now.  — L.B.  (12/31/2010)
86
points

Rooiberg 2008 Reserve Shiraz (Robertson)

  1. $15
There’s a nice brambly character to this wine, with assertive savory herbs and fresh mint sprigs jazzing up the ripe berry-fruit core. Medium weight with a softly creamy texture and a vanilla-infused finish.  — L.B.  (6/1/2011)
85
points

Rooiberg 2010 Roodewyn Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Robertson)

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  1. $10
With 12 months spent in French oak, this wine offers rounded notes of boysenberry and cassis framed by hints of purple florals and sweet spice. There’s a lively lift to the fruit in the mouth, driving the palate to a clean and juicy finish. Drink now.  — L.B.  (5/1/2012)
85
points

Rooiberg 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson)

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  1. $9
Here’s a well balanced and easy to drink value priced Sauv Blanc, offering notes of sweet grass, barely ripe peach and melon on the nose and mouth. Perfect for summer entertaining; pair with sushi or cocktail shrimp.  — L.B.  (6/1/2011)
85
points

Rooiberg 2009 Shiraz (Robertson)

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  1. $10
This is a clean and easy-drinking Shiraz loaded with ripe fruit flavors of raspberry and blueberry alongside a hint of mocha. Medium weight with soft tannins and a fleck of pepper on the finish.  — L.B.  (3/1/2011)
85
points

Rooiberg 2009 Chenin Blanc (Robertson)

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  1. $9
Waxy orange peel and green apple aromas take the lead on this white, with riper stone fruit and sweet citrus flavors developing in the mouth. Light weight with a clean and refreshing finish.  — L.B.  (6/1/2011)
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