EDITOR ' S FAVE WINES
Cathedral Cellar Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Veritas Gold – a winning Sauvignon Blanc with an expressive nose of guava and passion fruit. The palate is poised and delicate, with hints of pineapple.
Roodeberg Red Blend 2023
A delicious red blend and a longstanding South African favourite. Expect generous red-fruit notes supported by subtle sweet spice and a whisper of dark chocolate.
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Avontuur Stone Field Syrah 2023
This cool-climate Syrah shows spice, mulberry, violets, pepper, vibrant black fruit, fine tannins,
smoky minerality, olive and herbs. Structured acidity and peppery length deliver elegant ageing potential.
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Avontuur Disa Gorge Chardonnay 2024
Aromas of citrus blossom, key lime and white stone fruit lead to a layered palate of peach, grapefruit and tangerine, with oak, chalky minerality, vibrant acidity and a saline finish.
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Avontuur The West Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
A deep garnet Cab Sav with blackcurrant, dark cherry and blueberry lifted by redcurrant. Lush black fruit, earthy mulberry, vibrant acidity and chalky tannins meet cedar, graphite and chocolate, finishing long with espresso and oak spice.
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Groot Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2025
This vibrant Sauvignon Blanc bursts with tropical fruit aromas of guava and citrus, which translate seamlessly to the palate with bright lemon and lime notes. Well-structured and full-bodied, it offers depth and complexity, finishing with crisp acidity and a satisfying, lingering aftertaste.
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