FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS
PINOTAGE
SURVIVOR TERROIR PINOTAGE 2024 Retail price: R200
Deep garnet in colour, opening with ripe raspberry, wild strawberry and juicy plum, layered with aniseed and cinnamon. Full and velvety on the palate, with dark cherry, mulberry, and a hint of vanilla spice, finishing silkily with cocoa and warm spice.
Pairs with the recipe on p24 GREEK PORK CHOP BRAAI WITH SWEET POTAOES
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
LE GRAND DOMAINE GRAND VIN DE STELLENBOSCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Retail price: R325
It displays a vibrant ruby-red colour. A bouquet of violets is complemented by vibrant notes of opulent cassis and cranberries, followed by undertones of pencil shavings. The palate is coated with structured tannins, delivering a powerful finish. Lingering flavours of blackcurrant, black cherries and oak nuances remain. This wine is accessible now but will age for another 10 years from vintage.
Pairs with the recipe on p94 BRAISED LAMB TACOS
SAUVIGNON BLANC
LE GRAND DOMAINE GRAND VIN DE STELLENBOSCH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 Retail price: R195
Light straw in colour and highly perfumed, with blackcurrant and quince notes, and hints of gooseberry. Citrus flavours are lifted by green-fig nuances, and the palate remains textured and mouth-watering, thanks to smooth, natural acidity and a long finish.
Pairs with the recipe on p66 MUSHROOM-STUFFED ROAST CHICKEN
PINOT NOIR
BALANCE WINEMAKER’ S SELECT PINOT NOIR 2025 Retail price: R85
A berry-rich Pinot Noir with generous flavours of ripe cherry and raspberry. Warm spices adds complexity, leading to a long, smooth finish that suits both delicate and richer dishes.
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Pairs with the recipe on p22 LAMB MIXED GRILL