Aromas of cherry, plum and flint introduce this fun Merlot from South Africa. Elegant, soft and supple on the palate, this offers good fruit flavors and a pleasant finish. Not terribly complex but certainly enjoyable. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures, LLC.
— S.K.
(11/15/2007)
A floral nose of violets offers an intriguing start to a wine that’s both a value and a fun find. On the palate, red wild berry, spice and smoke are balanced, and though this has a rusticity that tells of its terroir, overall, it’s simply pretty. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures, LLC.
— S.K.
(11/15/2007)
A very pretty, balanced nose of fresh fruit and flowers, and a flavor profile of good, balanced strawberry fruit and acidity make this wine suitable for everyday drinking and pairing with salads, poultry and fresh fruit. Not terribly complex but tasty for this price. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures, LLC.
— S.K.
(3/1/2008)
Aromas of smoke, menthol and cedar don’t prepare you for the wealth of spicy berry fruit and vanilla flavors this wine contains. With a lively mouthfeel, this wine is a winner at this price. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.
— M.D.
(5/1/2006)
Dark red at the rim with cigar-box aromas, this wine packs plenty of fruit for the buck. Cassis, plum and raspberry all vie for attention in the mouth; while it’s a bit sweet, the wine has plenty of tannin and acidity to back it up. Finishes with chocolate notes. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.
— M.D.
(3/1/2006)
White fruit aromas waft from the glass like perfume. This wine has a dusty, creamy feel and melon flavors. Quite a bargain at this price. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.
— M.D.
(3/1/2006)
A lush nose of mocha, tobacco and tea, followed by flavors of juicy blackberry and spice, make this wine an easy choice for everyday drinking. The finish falls slightly short but the layered flavors offer quality and character at a very reasonable price.
— S.K.
(11/15/2007)
Raspberry, cherry and spice on the nose and a good balance of rounded-fruit flavors recommend this value-driven Cab from South Africa. Friendly, approachable and touched with oak for complexity, the wine will hold its own well against spicy meat dishes. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures, LLC.
— S.K.
(11/15/2007)