Would you choose a bottle of Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir over Burgundy, Oregon or Central Otago when dining in London, New York or Hong Kong? Roland assesses the Pinot Noirs of…
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Next weekend, we’ll be at the Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir Celebration so, if you’re Pinot Noir enthusiasts like us, this 2-day event is not to be missed. ‘This year, the exciting…
While earlier vintages of Creation’s Pinot Noirs were more modern and powerful, JC Martin’s new-release 2017s have ‘better definition and focus’ says Neal Martin. The purity of fruit and fine aromatics are what makes…
2017 is one of those vintages where the purity of Pinot Noir reigns supreme. Especially, Pinot Noir that hails from the much-celebrated Kaaimansgat Vineyard, 700m above-sea-level, in the Elandskloof ward…
The Trimbach family has been obsessed with Riesling for centuries and have kept their operation a close-knit family affair throughout. Jancis Robinson has been a long-term admirer and selected their…
In the same way that Hannes Storm has been enthralled by Pinot noir since tasting a 1990 Domaine Armand Rousseau Chambertin in the year 2000, consumers locally and abroad have…
The Gabriëlskloof The Blend 2015 received 92 points from Tim Atkin and we think that the 2016 is a step up! Entry-level reds have never been South Africa’s strongest suit but the…
I have always had a lot of admiration for Bollinger. Created in 1829, this wine estate has always pushed its visionary projects. From the beginning, the owners have had a…
‘It’s hard to pick out one wine from the Elemental Bob line up, such is the sustained brilliance of the winemaking here.’ – Tim Atkin MW, Special South Africa Report…
With festive celebrations just around the corner, it’s the season to stock up on fine Champagne. We import an exceptional Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs from Le Mesnil, as well…