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Ripe pear, citrus, peach and subtle honeycomb meet concentrated texture, bright acidity and a fine crystalline finish.

Perfumed red berries, herbs and spice meet concentrated fruit, lively acidity and powdery tannins, finishing long and savoury.

This elegant Syrah completely redefines Paarl’s warm-climate reputation with northern Rhône-style lift and poise. Showing a deep ruby color with violet flashes, the nose reveals an expressive, fresh bouquet of redcurrants, mulberries, and lavender, backed by notes of olive tapenade and cracked black pepper. The palate is silky, supple, and beautifully balanced, layering bright red berry fruits with delicate clove, sweet fynbos, and dark chocolate elements. Supported by remarkably fine, featherweight tannins and a refreshing blood orange acidity, it finishes incredibly clean and focused.

Naartjie peel, ripe pear, fennel and sweet herbs lead. Bright, direct and mouth-filling, with sapid texture, savoury grip and a slow, persistent finish.

Peppercorn, clove, dried apricot and raspberry lead a smooth, complex palate with supple tannins and lingering spice.

Lemon, orchard fruit and restrained vanilla lead a textured but precise palate, with bright acidity and a clean mineral finish.

Joyful and vivacious with pertinent peach and subtle pear notes. This is Viognier as it should be - aromatic without being heavy, textural without losing freshness. One of South Africa's most accomplished examples of this noble Rhône variety.

Perfumed dark berries, violets, pepper and fynbos lead a precise, energetic palate with fine tannins and a long savoury finish.

Musk, cranberry, pomegranate and black cherry lead a more powerful Grenache, with generous fruit, moderate acidity and powdery tannins.

Citrus, stone fruit, hay and herbs unfold in layers. Rich without excess, with fresh acidity, creamy texture and a precise finish.

White, green and yellow fruit, herbs, spice and flinty reduction lead a poised, concentrated palate with vibrant acidity and exceptional length.

Red berries, herbs, olive and pepper retain the cuvée’s savoury identity, with concentrated fruit, vibrant acidity and grippy, controlled tannins.

Layered vanilla, peach and honeycomb are sharpened by mineral freshness. Barrel fermentation adds richness while preserved acidity drives a lingering finish.

Deep cassis, liquorice and blackberry meet spice and polished tannins. Rich yet elegant, with balanced structure and a long finish.

Concentrated blackcurrant, plum, cedar and violet meet polished tannins, fresh acidity and a long, elegant Stellenbosch finish.

Guava, lychee, passion fruit and herbs combine with zippy acidity, subtle Semillon breadth and a long citrus finish.

Dried apricot, peach, orange zest and spice lead a luxurious palate. Vibrant acidity balances sweetness through a long, layered finish.

This year a blend of a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc and 15% Merlot the 2023 Paul Sauer from Kanonkop is a total classic. Beautiful definition and energy to the wine this year, there are notes of sandalwood, pink pepper, and fynbos on the nose. Hedgerow fruit with delicate floral notes of lavendar, violets and pomegranite, there are layers of savoury spice and fine-grained, ripe tannin. Elegant and with a building intensity on the finish.

Ripe plum, cherry, spice and subtle smoke lead a concentrated but balanced palate with polished tannins and ageing potential.

Concentrated cassis, black cherry, cedar and herbs combine with fresh acidity, structured tannins and a long savoury finish.

Concentrated apricot, quince, honey and citrus are lifted by fresh acidity. Rich but not cloying, with floral spice and a long finish.

Layered citrus, orchard fruit, flowers and herbs meet gentle spice. The palate is generous but fresh, with mineral definition and a long savoury finish.

Old-vine citrus, pear and quince meet herbs and light wax. The palate is textured and precise, with bright acidity and mineral length.

Plush plum and dark cherry meet herbs, cocoa and cedar. The palate is rounded yet fresh, with polished tannins and persistent savoury detail.

Concentrated cassis, dark cherry, cedar and graphite are framed by fresh acidity and refined tannins, finishing long and composed.

Dark berries, violet, pepper and herbs combine with fresh acidity and polished tannins, producing a balanced, long and savoury Stellenbosch Syrah.

Cooler and more lifted than Topside, with red fruit, violet, pepper and herbs. Fine tannins and fresh acidity give precision and length.

Ripe black fruit, herbs, olive and pepper show considerable intensity. Firm tannins and fresh acidity frame a long, savoury finish.

Perfumed red and black fruit, violets, herbs and graphite combine with fresh acidity and firm, precise tannins.

Dark berries, herbs and warm spice lead a structured Bordeaux-style blend. Fine tannins, freshness and mineral detail support a long cellar-worthy finish.

The 2023 Vin de Constance is a wine of total class and expert balance. Push and pull tension on the palate with an expressive nose of rose, mandarin peel and Turkish Delight. There is clearly impressive concentration that expands across the palate with flavours of lychee, white peach, a little ginger spice and acacia. A bright line of freshness articulates the layers of complexity with notes of dried apricot and honeysoaked melon. Huge ageing potential and an impressive effort this vintage.

Cassis, plum, violets and graphite meet cedar and savoury spice. The palate is concentrated but vibrant, with polished tannins, mineral drive and a long, classical finish.

Cassis, plum, violets and graphite meet cedar and savoury spice. The palate is concentrated but vibrant, with polished tannins, mineral drive and a long, classical finish.

Peach, apricot and floral perfume meet subtle spice and mineral freshness. Textured yet lively, with a long aromatic finish.

Citrus, white peach and toasted nuts meet fine oak. Cool-climate acidity and stony minerality create precision and length.

Roussanne-led richness brings apricot, peach, flowers and spice, balanced by vibrant acidity and a long mineral finish.

Citrus, gooseberry and herbs gain breadth from barrel fermentation, while cool-climate acidity and minerality keep the finish focused.

Violet, dark berries, herbs and pepper lead a concentrated yet elegant Syrah, with fine tannins and mineral freshness.

Intensely perfumed Syrah with black fruit, violet, pepper and herbs. Concentrated yet precise, with energetic acidity, firm fine tannins and exceptional persistence.

Perfumed Cabernet Franc with violets, graphite, black cherry and herbs. Pure fruit, fresh acidity and finely structured tannins give focus and excellent length.

100% whole-bunch Syrah from low-yielding schist. Deeply concentrated dark fruit, herbs and pepper retain freshness, fine tannins and distinctly Swartland savouriness.

Dark fruit, nori, graphite and cool herbal notes lead a powerful, persistent palate with polished structure and age-worthy balance.

A blend of fruit from three sources: Elgin, Polkadraai Hills, and Cape Agulhas. This is a medium bodied, highly perfumed Syrah with notes of violets, pepper, and wild cherry fruit. So approachable yet showing lots of complexity, there are flavours of liquorice root and wild herbs on the finish. Another great success from the young Sam Lambson.

A true cool-climate Syrah coming from one of South Africa’s coolest growing regions. The wine has notes of wild herbs, woodland fruit, with pepper and liquorice root. There is freshness and focus here with a wonderful grip of tannins creating tension through the mid-palate. The finish is very long with notes of kelp and tapenade.

Coming from Elim, this is a vibrant and extremely elegant style of Syrah which has been aged 60% in concrete vats. The wine opens with notes of wild herbs, white pepper, and fresh cherry with a saline core with excellent focus and tension. There is a subtle savoury note with pepper finish that is so delicious. An excellent set of 2024s from Sam.

This parcel, situated on the rolling hills outside of Malmesbury on distinctive Koffieklip soils, consistently produces fruit of remarkable concentration and energy. The wine opens with notes of flint and white pepper, alongside bright yellow orchard fruits, fresh orange peel and a subtle salty hint of ocean spray. The palate is crystalline and tightly wound, balancing intensity with precision, and unfolds with beautiful layers of fruit, mineral freshness and impressive natural extract.

Coming from the Mullineux estate’s own schist vineyard on the Paardeberg, the vines produce small, concentrated berries that bring impressive intensity and structure to the wine. There are notes of ginger, white pepper and orange peel, opening onto a palate of stone fruit and tangerine peel with a fine, chalky texture. There is a sense of focus and density throughout, underpinned by bright freshness and a hint of lemon balm on the finish.

From the Eikelaan vineyard on the Paardeberg, one of the highest-altitude sites in the region, this is a Chenin Blanc that combines freshness, texture and concentration with remarkable poise. There are notes of flint, ginger and quince, alongside hints of citrus peel and fennel, with a fine, noble bitter note of lemon pith and crushed herbs. Charged with energy, this is one of the most impressive wines from the Mullineux stable this year.

From the Jakkalsfontein vineyard, planted in the late 1980s on granite-rich soils, this is a Syrah of purity, energy and impressive structure. Peppery and intensely aromatic, there are notes of black olive, violets and crushed granite, while the palate shows dark black cherry fruit, hints of grilled meat and a savoury edge of wild herbs. There is remarkable focus and freshness throughout, with nervy acidity carrying the wine to a long, spicy finish.

From the iron-rich Koffieklip soils of the rolling hills around Malmesbury, this is a Syrah of deep fragrance, power and impressive refinement. Aromatics of black pepper, violets and smoky spice lead into a palate of dark berry fruit, black plum and savoury olive notes. The tannins are round and generous, giving the wine a broad, textured feel, while fresh acidity and a subtle mineral edge bring balance and lift. Complex, layered and persistent, this is a compelling expression of Swartland Syrah.

From Mullineux’s own Roundstone vineyard on Kasteelberg Mountain, where shallow schist soils produce small berries of great concentration, this is a Syrah of remarkable grace and complexity. Aromatics of black pepper, wild herbs, fennel seed and liquorice lead into a palate layered with black plum, dark hedgerow fruit and savoury spice. There is a fine balance between floral perfume, richness and freshness, while supple tannins build seamlessly through the palate, carrying the wine to a long, poised finish. Extremely impressive.

A subtle, delicately spiced wine using 20% whole clusters this year. It offers notes of grilled herbs, fresh red cherries and red flowers with a little black pepper and nutmeg spice on the finish.

The 2023 Family Vineyards Chardonnay is sourced from three vineyard sites from the farm, two north facing, and one south facing. This is a detailed, chiselled and impeccable balanced Chardonnay with subtle notes of butterscotch, acacia, and a very fine saline finish.

From a 2.5 hectare vineyard at the top of the slope, Windansea has a majestic view to the sea. The shallow dense clay of the soil always lends the wine more density. The 2023 is elegant and more filigree than the previous vintage with notes of red and black cherry, grilled herbs and a little savoury spice. The palate is bright and sappy with floral notes of violet and cherry blossom mingling with a little pepper spice on the finish.

Layered stone fruit, citrus, flowers and herbs meet rounded texture, bright acidity and a long savoury finish.

Dark berries, herbs, pepper and earthy spice lead a concentrated but balanced blend with polished tannins and a long finish.

Ripe citrus, stone fruit and herbs combine with rounded texture, fresh acidity and a dry, mineral finish.

The 2024 Porseleinberg delivers a highly expressive and masterfully defined profile, leading with aromatics of crushed blue flowers, cracked peppercorns, and blackberries. Beneath this pure, dark fruit core lies an incredibly clean, mineral-driven backbone of splintered slate and wild thyme, defined by tight, fine-grained tannins. The palate builds with a quiet, structural intensity rather than sheer weight, carrying a vibrant energy and slate-like texture. It is a remarkably graceful, focused vintage that prioritizes structural tension and longevity.

The 2024 Porseleinberg delivers a highly expressive and masterfully defined profile, leading with aromatics of crushed blue flowers, cracked peppercorns, and blackberries. Beneath this pure, dark fruit core lies an incredibly clean, mineral-driven backbone of splintered slate and wild thyme, defined by tight, fine-grained tannins. The palate builds with a quiet, structural intensity rather than sheer weight, carrying a vibrant energy and slate-like texture. It is a remarkably graceful, focused vintage that prioritizes structural tension and longevity.

Sunned cherry, plum and crunchy blackberry meet fynbos and medicinal herbs. Sueded tannins and schist-derived structure support a bitter-kirsch finish.

Struck-match reduction opens to peach, citrus and pineapple. Lean and direct, with dense fruit, bright acidity and a bone-dry finish.

This is a unique blend of Chenin Blanc, Verdelho and Viognier. In 2021, the wine features notes of clementines and fresh ginger spice on the nose and a melange of green apples and pears on the palate. It’s all held together by impressive acidity – brought by the Verdelho – and a beautiful texture. Donovan’s wines sometimes fly a little under the radar: with examples like this that really shouldn’t: this is one of the best whites you’ll try from South Africa.

Rose, potpourri, red and black cherry, olive and fynbos lead a light palate with racy acidity, powdery tannins and salinity.

This comes from eight small parcels of Chardonnay in Elgin. Showing the freshness of this cool climate, it offers citrus notes and orchard fruit with elegance and focus with delicate oak spice shining through on the finish.

Raspberry, strawberry, orange and savoury spice combine with fine-grained tannins, freshness and a focused, persistent finish.

A cool climate Syrah, from five parcels throughout Elgin. Clearly on the red-fruited side of the spectrum it has wonderful freshness and energy with flavours of red cherry and wild strawberries. The finish shows some powdery textured tannin with a little dried thyme and white pepper.

White citrus, yellow grapefruit and Cape gooseberry meet cut grass and granite spice. Concentrated yet harmonious, with a clean mineral finish.

White peach, nectarine, lime peel and lemongrass lead a plush, concentrated palate balanced by tangy acidity and complexity.

Peach skin, red cherry and apricot kernel lead a sleek Syrah with granite spice, bright acidity and chalky tannins.

Refined coastal Pinotage with intense cherry fruit, light body and juicy freshness. Concrete and stainless-steel ageing preserve purity and fine savoury detail.

Exceptionally fragrant red and black berries, roses, violets and herbs lead a dense core with bright acidity and firm, age-worthy tannins.

Elusive lime, white peach, flowers and herbs precede a lean but substantial palate, with pure fruit, energetic acidity and a dry finish.

Subtle hay, peach and soft citrus unfold gradually. Intense without excess weight, with tangy integrated acidity and an understated savoury finish.

The new release retains bright red fruit, spice and mineral freshness, with more time in bottle bringing definition, structure and savoury length.

Pure cranberry and raspberry meet floral spice. Bright acidity and fine chalky tannins carry a long, dry and energetic finish.

Dark berries, violet, pepper and herbs retain the wine’s savoury energy, with additional bottle time supporting structure, harmony and length.

Coastal citrus, pear, flowers and herbs combine with fresh acidity, fine texture and a persistent saline finish.

Citrus, apple skin, herbs and flor-like nuttiness meet savoury grip, bright salinity and a complex, bone-dry finish.

Lime, lemon, herbs and salted-almond richness meet exceptional purity, energetic acidity and a long, complex finish.

Lemon, blossom and oatmeal frame a dense, precise palate. Driving acidity, restrained oak and saline minerality create an exceptionally long finish.

Floral redcurrant, orange, musk and white pepper meet greater depth, fine acidity and silky tannins on a long dry finish.

Cranberry, strawberry, fynbos and white pepper lead a concentrated yet vital palate with fine tannins and mineral drive.

Red and black cherry, cassis, flowers, fynbos and spice combine with propulsive acidity and grippy, precise tannins.

This is a brilliant Swartland white that offers notes of lime blossom, generous stone fruit with a bright, saline backbone. There is an explosive energy to the wine with subtle ginger and white flower notes finishing with a delicate white grapefruit twist.

The Red blend is a blend of 68% Syrah, 27% Carignan, and 5% Mourvedre. The Syrah and Mourvèdre were fermented as whole bunches, carrying elevated aromatics and firm structure. Carignan was destemmed to preserve purity of fruit and balance. A fifth of the blend was matured in new oak, another fifth in concrete and the remainder in seasoned oak barrels. The Syrah leads on the nose here, with notes of wild herbs, juniper, and violets. The palate has a silky mouthfeel, with ripe plum and hedgerow fruit flavours with a subtle accent of tapenade and sandalwood on the finish.