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WINE CELLAR

Collection

Benjamin Franklin

1706 - 1790

THE GROOTBOS WATER BOTTLING PROJECT

Table of Contents

WHITE WINE

SPARKLING WINE METHODE CAP CLASSIQUE 4

CHARDONNAY 5

CHENIN BLANC & CHENIN BLANC BASED BLENDS 9

SAUVIGNON BLANC & WHITE BORDEAUX BLENDS 14

SÉMILLON 16

RIESLING 16

VIOGNIER 17

AROMATIC WHITE BLENDS 17

OTHER WHITE BLENDS 18

BLANC DE NOIR & ROSÉ 19

RED WINE

BARBERA 20

CABERNET FRANC 20

CABERNET SAUVIGNON , RED BORDEAUX BLENDS & CABERNET BASED BLENDS 21

CARIGNAN 26

CINSAULT NOIR 27

GRENACHE NOIR 27

MERLOT 28

MOURVÈDRE 29

PINOTAGE & PINOTAGE BASED BLENDS 30

PINOT NOIR 33

SYRAH / SHIRAZ & RED RHÔNE STYLE BLENDS 37

TOURIGA NAÇIONAL 43

ITALIAN INSPIRED BLENDS 43

PORTUGUESE INSPIRED BLENDS 43

OTHER RED BLENDS 44

SPECIAL RESERVE WINE COLLECTION 46

DESSERT WINE NOBLE LATE HARVEST & STRAW 52

FORTIFIED CAPE RUBY PORT, CAPE TAWNY PORT & WHITE CAPE PORT 53

Sparkling Wines

MÉTHODE CAP CLASSIQUE

South Africa‟s answer to Champagne, Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) is bottle-fermented and disgorged true to French tradition. Although many top quality MCCs are still produced from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, other varieties such as Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and even Pinotage have been employed to make exciting styles of this refreshing wine. MCCs can be paired successfully with a number of dishes such as crayfish, mushroom or truffle risotto and lightly spiced dishes.

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

A fresh style reminiscent of true French champagne. Citrus acidity with red fruit finesse and a salty finish.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2015 ……………………

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Strawberry, black cherry, raspberry with a hint of mint and rose. The mousse is fine with a rich mouthfeel leading into a clean, dry finish. 58% Pinot Noir, 42% Chardonnay.


ORIGIN: WESTERN CAPE

Notes of raspberry and wild strawberry mingle with crisp apple. Flinty acidity ensures freshness.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: NV ………....……………

ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Red summer fruit abound on the nose with a slight smoky note. The palate is fresh, yet creamy.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: NV ………....……………

ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A nose that shows potpourri before yellow peach, honey, spice, yeasty complexity and perhaps some liquorice.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2015 ……………………

Chardonnay Our selection of Chardonnay is meticulously chosen to exhibit interesting examples of cultivar and style. There is a broad stylistic spectrum – from the lean and fresh to the rich and thick textured. These wines represent balance between the inherent freshness of the fruit and the depth of complexity imparted by oaking. The original, subtle flavours of this style means that it can be paired with an array of food styles.

ORIGIN: HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE

A quintessential Hemel-en-Aarde Chardonnay with flinty freshness, yet an attractively viscous and lively palate.


2015 ……………………

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ORIGIN: OVERBERG

Rich in flavour with a distinctive mineral quality. Lots of melon, green apple, litchi and slight vanilla tones.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2015 ………………….

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

A poised offering with notes of quince and jasmine. Focused, structured and impressively complex.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2016 …………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

An excellent fruit profile, with fine structure. Assertive aromas of fresh lime, white pear with hints of butterscotch.


ORIGIN: LOWER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY

An expressive vintage with focus and purity. Bright acidity on a clean, focused palate that lingers longingly.


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ORIGIN: TRADAUW VALLEY

Opulent and full-bodied with generous oak spice and savoury notes supported by citrus rind and magnolia.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: CAPE SOUTH COAST

Expressive golden delicious apple aromas following through to a generous palate that is powerful yet intricate.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Taught and focused with a clean acid line. Citrus freshness with magnolia perfume and star fruit aromas.


2016 …………………

2014 …………………

2013 …………………

ORIGIN: UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY

Lime zest, fresh ginger and jasmine perfume on the nose introduce a clean palate with a dry, chalky finish.


2015 ……………………

2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

An attractive oceanic, oyster shell note mingles with fresh citrus, cashew nut and flint.


2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

A slight sweet note of vanilla marries with tangerine, apple and fresh bread. Light and clean.


2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

A beautifully poised style with integrated acidity. Orange blossom, brioche and vanilla pod. Exquisite.



Beautifully crafted. Focused, yet generous with notes of star fruit, a mineral freshness and citrus fruit.


2017 …………………

2016 …………………

ORIGIN: OVERBERG

A pleasant saline texture with notes of cinnamon, fennel and grapefruit pith. Wonderfully complex and lively.


ORIGIN: BREEDEKLOOF

An abundance of fruit and spicy oak notes. Tempting flavours of butter, caramel and citrus on the palate. AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2015 ……………………


A lemony, cinnamon and nutmeg nose. Well-balanced with a soft, buttery character from barrel fermentation.


ORIGIN: FRANSCHHOEK

A creamy quality on the palate with aromas of hazelnut, slight nutmeg, white pear and magnolia flower.


2012 ……………………

2011 ……………………

ORIGIN: STELLENBOSCH KLOOF

Fresh lemongrass notes mix with frangipani and vanilla sweetness. Hazelnut and brioche add savoury hints.


2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

A fresh acidity with elderflower, earl grey and orange zest. Toasted nuts and a creamy texture on the palate.


2015 ……………………

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Generous on the palate with oak spice, orange peel and brioche sweetness. Opulent and smooth.


2013 …………………

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ORIGIN: ELGIN

Medium in body with perfumed magnolia, orange blossom and raw almonds. Subtle oak adds intrigue.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: SIMONSBERG, STELLENBOSCH

A fresh, mineral note mingles with peach and citrus. The finish is creamy and long with a good acid backbone.


2013 ……………………

2012 ……………………

Chenin Blanc & CHENIN BLANC BASED BLENDS

Currently by far the most planted white grape variety of South Africa‟s vineyards, Chenin Blanc has extensive depth in terms of vineyards, terroir diversity and winemaking expertise. The grape's exceptional versatility and the excellent selection of fruit available provide for great variety of style. It is paired with more fatty dishes where the soft natural acidity and delicate fruit aromas cut through rich flavours and heavy sauces to bring lightness and balance.

ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

A delicious mix of straw, white stone fruit and lanolin with an earthy note. A palate with texture and weight.


2016 ……………………

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2013 ……………………


Lime zest, fresh ginger and jasmine perfume on the nose introduce a clean palate with a dry, chalky finish.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

An aromatic nose with dried wild herbs, white peach and candied lemon. Succulent on the palate, yet dry.


ORIGIN: ELGIN

A focussed style with concentrated fruit and tangy acidity. Apple, apricot and vanilla sweetness with some spice.


ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

Generous on the palate, rounded and polished with juicy tropical fruit, white peach and apple compote.


2013 ……………………

2012 ……………………

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PINOTAGE BASED BLENDS , CAPE RED BLENDS & PINOTAGE BASED BLENDS


Fennel, juicy ripe apple, chamomile flower and touch of candied fruit on a fine palate with texture and weight.


2015 ……………………

2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: FRANSCHHOEK

A generously fruity style with tropical notes of pineapple and melon, vanilla and toasted hazelnut.


ORIGIN: PAARL

An ethereal style with unselfish fruit notes, tangy acidity and a pleasant yeast character. Savoury on the finish.


2013 ……………………

2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Tropical fruit notes of papaya and star fruit mingle with lemon blossom and oatmeal. Balanced and fresh.


2015 ……………………

2010 ……………………

ORIGIN: BREEDEKLOOF

Fermented in French and American oak. A floral top note with citrus and white peach plus vanilla and nuttiness. AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2015 ……………………

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Wild herbs, peach and toasted nuts introduce a medium-bodied palate with finely integrated oak tannin.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

An evolved palate with an oatmeal-like texture. Dried peach blends with beeswax and an earthy note.


ORIGIN: CEDERBERG

A grapefruit pithiness on the palate with crisp acidity. Aromatic layers of melon, white pear and jasmine flower.


ORIGIN: STELLENBOSCH

Pleasantly salty with an umami undertone. Subtle sweet spice mingle with pear and lemon zest.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Beautifully expressive with spicy notes and aromas of orange rind, marzipan and a slight chalkiness.


2015 ……………………

ORIGIN: HELL‟S HEIGHTS, STELLENBOSCH

Tangerine and melon are supported by toasted nuts and candied apple. Bright and fresh on the palate



Sweet notes of honeysuckle with white pear and peach. The palate shows an uncharacteristic mineral note.


2015 ……………………

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Wonderfully complex with layers of aromas. Tropical, dried apricot and vanilla bean on a generous palate.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2013 …………………

2012 ……………………


Elegant fruit of lime, winter melon and dried fynbos with elderflower. Creamy on the palate with a long finish.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Impressive natural acidity. The nose is flinty with some stone fruit and citrus aromatics. AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2017 …………………

ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A complex offering with layers of stone fruit, spice, yeasty complexity and citrus. Textured with palate grip.


ORIGIN: PAARL

A rich and ripe style showing dried pear, apricot, honeycomb and vanilla. A spiced palate, yet fresh and crisp.



Lively notes of pineapple and green melon. Fresh and light with a mineral finish. An unwooded style.


2014 ……………………


A complex nose of white peach, acacia and quince. Finely textured with a polished and fresh finish.


ORIGIN: TULBAGH

A savoury style with notes of pineapple, melon and honey. A fresh acidity keeps the palate clean and focussed.



A noticeable mineral note derived from the Granitic soils. Peach, pear and nutmeg notes with dried fynbos.


ORIGIN: TYGERBERG

Rich and rounded on the palate with aromas of white peach, vanilla and marzipan. Good grip on the finish.



An opulent style, yet still showing finesse. Delicious notes of pear, apricot and elderflower with lemon drop.


2014 ……………………

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ORIGIN: STELLENBOSCH & SWARTLAND

Elegant fruit of lime, winter melon and dried fynbos with elderflower. Creamy on the palate with a long finish.


Sauvignon Blanc & BORDEAUX INSPIRED WHITE BLENDS South African Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, fresh white style with delicate tropical fruit, citrus, lemongrass and green apple aromas. The fresh acidity of these wines makes them the perfect partner for foods with sharp flavouring or racy acidity where the wine will have an equal bite. The related white Bordeaux style, a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, is also growing in popularity due to its versatility with food pairing.

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Elegantly aromatic with delicious passion fruit, pineapple and white asparagus. Clean and light on the palate.


2011 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELIM

A true knotting together of the freshness of Sauvignon Blanc with the weight of Sémillon. Generous and moreish.


2013 ……………………

2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Elderflower, quince and star fruit introduce a beautifully refined palate with freshness and length.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELIM

A seamless marriage of these two grapes. Fresh, yet with opulence on the palate with an impressive finish.


ORIGIN: ELGIN

Subtle oak spice adds intrigue to a nose of pineapple, pear and orange blossom. Textured, yet polished.


ORIGIN: CAPE TOWN

Cape gooseberries, white grapefruit and a hint of fynbos. A focused palate with a steely minerality. AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Delicious green apple, oyster shell and white pear on the nose. The persistence on the palate is impressive.


ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Bright and fresh with lemongrass and fresh herb notes that are supported by a core of gooseberry and peach.


2015 ……………………

2013 ……………………

ORIGIN: DURBANVILLE

Citrus freshness combines with pear and white peach notes. Lean on the palate, yet pure and focussed.


2015 ……………………

ORIGIN:CONSTANTIA

A fine balance between floral, summer fruit and herbaceous notes. A finely textured palate with a clean finish.



Leaning to the greener style with wild herb notes supported by fresh fig and asparagus. A perfect summer wine.



Poised, focused and impressively structured, yet very complex. Oyster shell and camomile flower on the nose.


ORIGIN: ROBERTSON

Zesty citrus notes combine with fig and basil leaf. Fresh and clean on the palate with good length.


Sémillon Originating from Bordeaux, France, the grape produces wines which offer floral notes, apple, pear, apricot, grass and – when moderately oaked – vanilla and butter. The fuller, more polished palate makes for a great food partner when compared to Sauvignon Blanc.


Lime cordial and tangerine rind mix with sweet spice and wet wool. Soft on the palate with an understated finish.


2010 ……………………

ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A skin-fermented white with aromas of ocean saltiness, subtle red fruit and citrus peel. Impressive structure.


Riesling Perhaps one of the most misunderstood white grapes in South Africa, it was previously recognised as sweet and cheap. Luckily wine lovers are now discovering its complexity and longevity in bottle. South African vinifications show crunchy flavours of lime, green apple and elder flower. Its aromatic profile makes it a winning pairing with seafood, Asian dishes, pork and fragrant curries. Many consider Riesling to be a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc, unwooded Chardonnay or even Pinot Grigio providing something a bit unconventional.

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Lime cordial, slight kerosene and elderflower. Delightfully fresh and dry on the palate with a lingering finish.


2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Focussed acidity ensuring great structure. Light, mineral and reviving. A wine with tremendous longevity.


2013 ……………………

2011 ……………………

Viognier A classical Rhône white variety, Viognier produces full-bodied, golden whites that are high in alcohol and respond well to barrel fermentation. The wines tend to be aromatic and textured, showing sundried apricots, white fleshed peaches, tropical flowers and spice. Vinifications from cooler regions, however, show a much lighter style with more subdued spice notes and refreshing acidity.

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Apricot and peach mingle with sweet spice and a hint of earth. Delicate on the finish with balancing acidity.


2014 ……………………

ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

A style that is barrel fermented and matured. Sumptuous and enticing, a flintiness on the nose is complimented by delicious citrus aromas of lime and mandarin skin.


2015 ……………………

ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Flavours of honey, pear, apricot and delicate floral notes. It has a rich, silky palate with subtle spice and yellow fruit flavours, light oak and a balanced finish.


2015 ……………………

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Aromatic White Blends


Floral aromas with hints of quince, apricot and almonds with a comforting creamy middle and a bold seamless finish. Fresh and vibrant.


Other White Blends

ORIGIN: BREEDEKLOOF

Rich, creamy full-bodied blend. Fermented and matured in 300 Litre oak barrels to balance fruit and oak spice.



Ripe figs, melons, dusty and herbaceous notes complimented by citrus fruit. Full-bodied with an explosive array of fruit while still elegant in style.


2016 ……………………

2015 ……………………

ORIGIN: UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE

Bottle maturation has afforded this wine a delicious oily texture with notes of stewed quince and pear drop.


2009 ……………………

2008 ……………………


The aromas of lime leaf, white peach, and sweet dried herbs. On the palate, the wine starts broad and rich, resolving into crisp acidity supported by gentle tannin.


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Rosé & Blanc de Noir

ORIGIN: CAPE COASTAL

A modern dry style with a refreshing nose of raspberry, red cherry, white stone fruit and a hint of white pepper.

Light, crisp and reviving on the palate with a slight whiff of French oak. 13,0% vol.

GRENACHE NOIR | SHIRAZ | MOUVÈDRE | VIOGNIER |


ORIGIN: ELGIN

An attractive pale salmon pink, elegant rosé. Fresh strawberries, pomegranate, summer red cherries and sweet

basil on the nose with crisp acidity and a polished mouthfeel. 13,5% vol.

MERLOT


ORIGIN: MALGAS

Described as a „light red wine‟ by winemaker David, this wine shows ripe berry fruit, sweet spice and some

earthy aromas.

MOURVÈDRE | SYRAH | TRINCADEIRA


ORIGIN: PAARL

A nose of red apple and wild strawberry introduces a light, fresh and bone-dry palate making for a very refreshing wine. Produced from Cinsaut grapes.


Barbera

ORIGIN: DARLING

Light in body and structure with notes of bramble and black cherry with a savoury undertone.


2015 ……………………

Cabernet Franc

ORIGIN: HELDERBERG, STELLENBOSCH

An opulent, powerful style showing beautiful maturation. Charcuterie, prune and tobacco on the nose.


ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

Fine tannins make for a silky experience on the palate. Elegant red and dark fruit aromas with a hint of wild herbs.


ORIGIN: ELGIN

Light in body and structure with notes of red cherry and plum with a fresh palate. Deliciously delicate


ORIGIN: DARLING

An appealing style that‟s concentrated and complex, yet elegant. Herbal notes of wild sage mingle with black fruit and a hint of smoke.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2011 .……………………

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ORIGIN: DARLING

Black cherry, violets, fresh herbs and a touch of earth on the nose. Medium bodied with lovely freshness and pleasantly grippy tannins.


Cabernet Sauvignon & BORDEAUX INSPIRED RED BLENDS Known as the King under the black grapes of South Africa, Cabernet Sauvignon is recognised to show aromas and flavours of green capsicum, mint, dark chocolate, tobacco and cloves. As it matures, it develops more earthy and animal notes. Cabernet Sauvignon pairs well with uncluttered dishes – steak, braised red meat, roast poultry.

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

An appealing style that‟s concentrated and complex, yet elegant. Herbal notes of wild sage mingle with black fruit and a hint of smoke.


2012 ……………………

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2008 ……………………


Showcasing the cooler terroir of Hemel-en-Aarde through elegant notes of red fruit and spice with a soft tannin structure.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2014 .……………………

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ORIGIN: ELGIN

Dark fruit notes are supported by bright red aromas and a herbal undertone. An elegantly structured palate.


ORIGIN: COASTAL

A beautifully matured vintage of an iconic producer. Gentle integration has produced a wine of silken texture with robust, yet sophisticated aromatics.


ORIGIN: HELDERBERG, STELLENBOSCH

An opulent, powerful style showing beautiful maturation. Charcuterie, prune and tobacco on the nose.



Soft aromas of cherry, milk chocolate and wild herbs introduce a forgiving, elegant palate with chalky tannins.


ORIGIN: ELGIN

Floral notes of violet blend with black cherry and savoury spice. Medium in body with pleasing tannin.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Aromas of black current and kirsch, tobacco and dark chocolate. Full-bodied with layers of complexity.


ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

An elegant style from a cool climate. Chalky tannins with a lingering finish. Dark fruit, spice and wild herb.


2011 …………………

2010 …………………

ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Medium in body with a fine tannin structure. Aromas of black cherry, dark chocolate and a hint of mint.


2010 ……………………

2009 ……………………


Red fruit aromas with hints of black pepper and dark chocolate. Impressive structure and complexity.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2014 ……………….…


Powerful, yet elegant and polished. Aromas of dark berry fruit, spice and cassis introduce the softness of tannins and balance in structure on the palate.


2014 ……………………

2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: DURBANVILLE

Powerful, yet elegant and polished. Aromas of dark berry fruit, spice and cassis introduce the softness of tannins and balance in structure on the palate.


ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Opulent notes of black current, red cherry, black pepper and chocolate. Finely textured and medium in body.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2014 ………..………

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Savoury spice whiffs encircle notes of dark fruit and wild herbs. Smooth on the palate, complex and intriguing.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2013 ……………..…


A savoury style with whiffs of plum, cassis and charcuterie. Generous on the palate with a lingering finish.


2010 …………………

2009 ………………


Opulent notes of black current, red cherry, black pepper and chocolate. Finely textured and medium in body.

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A concentrated style with notes of black cherry, olive and chocolate. Well-structured and complex.



A concentrated style showing dark plum, black cherry and cassis aromas with chocolate and a hint of spice.


2007 ………………


Masterfully balanced with hints of cassis, vanilla and a whiff of mint. Structured, yet elegant.



A benchmark Cabernet showing concentration, yet elegance. Cigar tobacco, black current and hint of mint.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2014 ………….……

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A complex nose with hints of chocolate, plum and eucalyptus. A firm palate with balanced acidity and tannin.



Black & red fruit with wild herbs and elegant oak spice. Soft, chalky tannins on the palate with a lingering finish.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2013 ……..…………

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Beautifully bottle matured, still showing remarkable freshness and poise. Soft, elegant tannins on the palate.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2003 ………………

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Focused and elegant with black cherry, strawberry and dark chocolate and lingering roasted coffee bean.


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Blackberry and bilberry fruit blend with mint and cedar. The palate is well balanced, yet grippy.


2010 …………………

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Plum and blackberry introduce whiffs of smoke and charcuterie. Complex and well balanced with a long finish.


2007 ……………………


Luscious dark berries, cherries and cedar wood on the nose follows through onto the palate with a lovely finish.



Red cherries, cedar wood, lead pencil and cigar box aromas with a concentrated, yet elegant palate.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2011 …………...……

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ORIGIN: PAARL

Plush and accessible, with attractively ripe notes of blackberry, raspberry and cherry with a soft palate.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2012 ………………..


Red cherries and pencil lead aromas with beautiful flavours of leather and tobacco on the mid-palate.


Other Cabernet based Blends

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Rich fruitcake followed by spice and black cherries. Ripe tannins and perfect balance of fruit and wood.


Carignan


Light in body with notes of sour cherry, raspberry and cedar wood. Lovely savoury notes with fresh fruit aromas.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2015 …………………..…

Cinsau(l)t Noir

ORIGIN: COASTAL

A rounded wine with aromas of juicy berry, dried red fruit and a slight pepper note. The palate is pleasingly light.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A single vineyard Cinsault, pale in colour, yet generously aromatic. Balanced and refined.


ORIGIN: BOTTELARY, STELLENBOSCH

Strawberry, red cherry and vibrant earthy notes on the nose. A silky palate with ripe fruit and subtle cedar oak.


Grenache Noir

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

A full-bodied wine with bold tannins. A nose of blueberry, sweet spice and herbal notes of sage and thyme.


ORIGIN: HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY

Bright, fresh cherry and strawberry flavours with an interesting savoury, smoky note on the finish.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A perfume of pomegranate and sour cherry introduce a taut, refreshing palate with a light tannin structure.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Deliciously savoury with notes of liquorice, black cherry and a hint of spice on a light palate.


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Red cherry, purple flowers, earth and spice on the nose. The palate is relatively rich but with bright acidity.


2014 ……………………


Red and black fruit, subtle floral perfume and spice. The palate is broad with moderate acidity and soft tannins.


2012 ……………………

2011 ……………………

Merlot

Merlot‟s flexibility both as a blending partner and a single cultivar wine has made it extremely popular with wine grower across the globe. A black grape with a thin skin that prefers warmer climates, its primary red flavour profile shows plum, spice and fruit cake aromas. Blackberry, chocolate and a hint of smokiness are also typical.

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Remarkably complex with notes of berries and nuts complemented by whiffs of cigar box, cedar & clove.


2015 ……………………

2014 ……………………

2013 ……………………

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

A herbal style with notes of raspberry and moist earth. Soft on the palate with pleasing acidity.


2010 ……………………

2009 ……………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

A nose of black fruit, a hint of olive, a slight leafy quality with some attractive oak-derived spice.


2011 …………………

ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Aromas of dark berries and spice, with an underlying hint of mocha and tobacco aromas. Medium in body.


2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Scents of violets and sweet spice introduce ripe berry and a hint of mocha and vanilla. Complex, rich and full.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2006 ………………

Mourvèdre

ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

An intriguing nose of plum, kirsch and black pepper. A firm tannic core with balancing acidity. Full and Firm.


Pinotage & PINOTAGE BASED BLENDS

Pinotage is probably South Africa‟s most treasured wine, not least because it was created in the country in the 1920‟s by crossing Pinot Noir and Hermitage (today known as Cinsaut Noir). The result is a wine with great depth of colour that ages better than most other red wines, developing a meaty complexity and strong raspberry notes. A robust pepperiness, chocolate and coffee flavours often present on the nose.


Rich and savoury with underlying minerality. Red and black fruit mingle with cedar wood and charcuterie.


2009 …………………

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ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

An elegant style of Pinotage with red berry and ripe fruit flavours. Cigar tobacco and spice present on the palate.


2014 ……………………

2013 ……………………

2012 ……………………

ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

A complex blend of flavours. Red berry fruit with smoke and cedar. Fine grainy tannin and superb length



A more classically-styled offering filled with complex berry fruit, beautiful tannins and subtle wood spice.


2015 ……………………

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ORIGIN: STANFORD FOOTHILLS

Ripe red berry fruit and cherries with hints of mocha, earthiness and herbal notes. A well-balanced palate.


ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

Cedar wood and smoke mingle with plum and black cherry. Smooth on the palate with a lingering finish.


ORIGIN: DEVON VALLEY, STELLENBOSCH

A classic Pinotage with raspberry and pomegranate aromas. Hints of mocha and forest floor add complexity.



Cherry, plum, vanilla and spice plus more base notes of earth and reduction. The palate shows great fruit density.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2017 ………………..

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A big structured Pinotage with intense dark fruit flavours. A complex palate with pleasant cedar and mocha.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2014 ………………..

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Spicy wood notes against rich plum and berry fruit, with typical restrained fynbos aromatic notes.


2013 ……………………


Blackberry, plum, chocolate and vanilla flavours on the nose follow through to a palate with well integrated oak.


ORIGIN: DURBANVILLE

A complex nose of red fruits, vanilla, exotic spices and dark chocolate. The palate is full flavoured and smooth.


ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Vanilla from barrel maturation combined with strawberry and ripe plum on the nose. Finely textured on the palate.



Floral notes and fynbos, red and black fruit, vanilla and spice. The palate shows bright acidity and fine tannins.


ORIGIN: TULBAGH

A nose of liquorice and blackcurrant, supported by fynbos aromas. A rich, creamy palate with a long finish.


2009 …………………

ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Red berries, cherry and plum aromas introduce a rich palate with good concentration and well-integrated oak.


2006 ……………………


Wild plumb, white spice, smoky meat, damp earth and a luxuriant finish. Concentrated but not overbearing.


Pinot Noir

A notoriously difficult grape to grow outside of its native Burgundy and often referred to as the Heartbreak Grape. Walker Bay is known to produce some of South Africa‟s top Pinot Noirs due to the similar terroir to Burgundy. Once mastered in the cellar, it transforms into one of the world‟s greatest red wines with a heady red berry fruit character, silken texture and gamey complexity.


Notes of red fruits and infused cherry, the palate projects cranberry and plum with smoky strawberry high tones.


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Delicious raspberry, quince and blackberry flavours add to the nutty tones and oak spice.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2013 ……………..…

ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Very Burgundian in style with bright red fruit and forest floor aromas. Light on the palate with crisp acidity.

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ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Elegantly structured with generous notes of raspberry, bramble fruit and oak spice.


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ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

Earthy forest floor mingle with kirsch and red fruit. Firm on the palate with chalky, fine tannin.


2012 ……………………

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A brooding nose showing black cherry, spice and oak with damp earth. Full bodied with fresh acidity.



A complex nose showing red and black fruit, musk, roses, spice and attractive oak. Great depth on the palate.


ORIGIN: OVERBERG

Red cherries, fresh herbs and spice on the nose. Lovely fruit purity, fresh acidity and fine tannins.


ORIGIN: OVERBERG

Red and black cherries, musk, a subtle and intriguing note of reduction and plenty of Syrah-like spice.


ORIGIN: CAPA AGULHAS

A savoury, opulent style with notes of kirsh, black cherry, raspberry and undertones of forest floor.



Light, clean and fresh. On the nose, red and black fruit plus a pronounced herbal note to go with a little musk.


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Raspberry, wild sage and earthy tones introduce a balanced palate with fine tannins and a lingering finish.


ORIGIN: ELGIN

Maraschino cherry, vibrant strawberry and raspberry notes. Juicy, clean, soft and elegant on the palate.


2013 ……………………

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ORIGIN: ELGIN

Expressive with lots of red berry aromas with hints of savoury notes, minerality and great complexity.

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ORIGIN: ELGIN

A complex nose with hints of reduction, musky fragrance, red and black fruit, charcuterie and subtle vanilla.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2014 ..………………

ORIGIN: ELGIN

Beautiful fruit concentration without being weighty. Strawberry, red cherry and a hint of forest floor.



Perfumed and spiced with notes of raspberry and wild strawberry. Elegant and harmonious.


2016 ..………………

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Refreshing acidity and sensitively used oak on the palate. Bright red fruit mingle with wet earth and cranberry.



A taut, tight, tangy Pinot Noir, with crunchy black cherry fruit, some clove spice and a saline undertone


2016 ..………………


A concentrated style with impressive grip and both red and darker berry fruit. Refined on the finish.


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Beautifully structured with a fleshy fruit profile. Lean and concentrated, yet unfurls beautifully in the glass.


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Bright red fruit aromas are supported by hints of smoke and savoury spice. Delicious and generous on the palate.


ORIGIN: FRANSCHHOEK

An opulent style with generous red fruit aromas and notes of forest floor. The palate is textured, yet mellow.


2014 ……………………


Expressive with lots of red berry and sour cherry notes with hints of savoury spice.


2009 …………………

Syrah / Shiraz & RHONE INSPIRED BLENDS

ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

A smoky, savoury style offering a dry, textured palate. Hints of prune and black current present on the finish.


2009 ………………….

ORIGIN: KLEIN RIVER

From a stellar vintage. Beautifully integrated with notes of wild herbs, cured meat and cedar wood.



A generous style with lively red and black fruit. The Grenache component adds spice and lightens the body.

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ORIGIN: TRADOUW VALLEY

Serious and savoury with lots of smokiness, cigar tobacco and charcuterie. Beautiful texture on the palate.


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ORIGIN: WALKER BAY

An Alsatian winemaker‟s impression of South African Syrah. Medium in body with lively fruit and fine texture.


2013 ………………….

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ORIGIN: TRADOUW VALLEY

A precise style with fine tannins and flavours of black fruit, iodine, medicinal notes and black pepper.

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ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

Red and black fruit, fynbos plus white pepper and spice on the nose while the palate is rich with big, juicy fruit.


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ORIGIN: ELGIN

A light, soft and elegantly fresh style. Palate expresses a lingering dark chocolate and sweet spicy finish.


2011 ………………….

ORIGIN: UPPER HEMEL-EN-AARDE VALLEY

Some floral perfume, black fruit and spice. The palate is relatively rich and full with lovely juicy fruit.


ORIGIN: KLEIN RIVER

Spicy and savoury aromas on the nose with pepper and wild herbs followed by Christmas pudding fruit .


ORIGIN: CAPE AGULHAS

A medium-bodied wine with aromas of white pepper, fynbos and spice and a rich palate with firm tannins.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2015 ………………….

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ORIGIN: CAPE AGULHAS

Red and black fruit, a subtle floral note, spice and white pepper. Good fruit concentration.



Aromas of black current and kirsch, tobacco and dark chocolate. Full-bodied with layers of complexity.


ORIGIN: PAARL

Red and black fruit, pepper but also some evolved undergrowth character. The palate is full yet fresh.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2009 .……………...


Cassis, plum, liquorice and lavender on the nose with a rich, full and well-rounded mouth feel.


2014 ………………….

ORIGIN: CONSTANTIA

Cherry and ripe berry fruit with crushed red pepper. A fine tannin structure with hints of toasted coconut.


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Bramble fruit with hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, dark spices and vanilla. A distinct, concentrated red-fruit focus.


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ORIGIN: COASTAL

Layers of mulberry, blueberry and strawberries. On the palate, flavours of cassis and cherry tobacco combine with sweet, chewy tannins to deliver a full-bodied wine.



Red and black berries with white pepper. Medium in body with fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins.


2010 ………………….

ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Notes of spicy citrus rind, refined black fruit, violets and lilies. The palate is elegant and restrained.


2013 ………………….


Made exclusively for the Nederburg Auction. A fusion of spicy, berry and floral flavours with soft tannins


ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

A complex nose of spice, fynbos and a prominent cherry note. On the palate the wine is refined and smooth.



Bright red plum fruit with layers of perfumed violets, white pepper and aniseed. Fine in tannin structure.



Bright plum, fynbos and fennel spice with a vibrancy on the palate. Layers of wild berries and peppery spice.


ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Plum, red berry and floral notes with undertones of spice. The oak is balanced with firm, yet accessible tannins.


2011 ………………….

ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Seductive spice and violet nuances. The palate is textured and full-bodied with plush fruit and wild shrub notes.


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ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Soft textured tannins and full-bodied mouthfeel with aromas of red berry, black fruit and floral nuances.


2012 ………………….

ORIGIN: TULBAGH

Smoky, spicy, savoury red berry fruits, red apple skins, with a mineral undertone of dusty grey slate.


2015 ………………….


Lovely deep velvet colour with plum and red cherry aromas. The palate is rich with ripe black berry fruit and a touch of spice on the elegant finish.



A warm, spicy style with hints of coffee and red berry, striking a fine balance between fruit and tannins.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2007 ……………….

ORIGIN: COASTAL

Violets, white and black pepper and subtle liquorice. The dense, smooth mid-palate gives richness and texture.


2012 ………………….


A juicy style with enticing black berry fruit on the nose. Soft, rich and elegant on the palate.


2010 ………………….


A stellar vintage has afforded an aromatic style with a palate that is seamless and full bodied with dry tannins.

AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2009 ……………….


Notes of leather and cigar box blend with earthiness, fresh red berry fruit and aromatic spice.


Touriga Naçional

ORIGIN: BREEDEKLOOF

A lovely deep red wine with a black berry, floral and polished leather nose. A fruity palate with soft tannins. AVAILABLE VINTAGE: 2013 ……………………

Italian Inspired Blends


A herbal tea leaf character with red fruit, spice and bright cherry character with chunky tannin and crisp acidity.


Portuguese Inspired Blends


Dark fruit, earth, spice with a floral note in the background. Relatively rich on the palate and not too tannic.


2016 ………………….

Other Red Blends


A vibrant nose with dark berry fruit, intriguing minerality and spice. Refined tannins with an elegant structure.


2008 ………………….

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A chameleon of wine when paired with food. Rich, polished with red and black wild berry fruit with hints of oak.

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ORIGIN: WOCESTER

More black than red fruit with chocolate, spice and tilled earth. Rich and ripe with a smooth texture.


ORIGIN: BREEDEKLOOF

Opulent plum and black cherry with cigar box and vanilla. Vibrant with beautiful weight and length.



The elegance of a Bordeaux style with the slight spice and smokiness of Shiraz. Elegant, yet powerful.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2005 ……………….

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Upfront fruit like cassis, plum, strawberry coulis and cherry compote. The fruit flavours are complemented by perfume, violets, dark chocolate and subtle smoky and mint aromas.


2007 ……………….


Tea leaf, dried cranberry, dried herbs and citrus peel introduce a light and keenly balanced palate.


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ORIGIN: STELLENBOCH

A chameleon of wine when paired with food. Rich, polished with red and black wild berry fruit with hints of oak.

AVAILABLE VINTAGES: 2009 ……………….

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ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

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ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

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ORIGIN: SUNDAY‟S GLEN

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ORIGIN: STELLENBOSCH – JONKERSHOEK VALLEY

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Dessert Wines

NOBLE LATE HARVEST

Noble Late Harvest wines are created by allowing white grapes to become infected by Botrytis Cinerea, a type of fungus. During the desiccation process of the grape the natural acidity levels remain high, which prevents the wines from being too sweet. This results in an opulent, rich, almost oily texture with upfront fruit flavours in a honeyed juice. Pair it with salty cheeses or baked desserts with cinnamon.

Served by the glass (5cl)

60

Fresh zesty lemon and lime notes flawlessly combine with orange blossom and spice. Vibrant and crisp with refreshing acidity on the palate

VINTAGE: 2012 | ORIGIN: BOT RIVER

40

Plush apricot compote and lime blossom with ripe pineapple notes are held in balance by well-integrated acidity. Voluptuous and detailed.

VINTAGE: 2011 | ORIGIN: WESTERN CAPE

70

An aromatic nose of dried apricot, honeyed marmalade and floral tones. Concentrated on the palate with freshness and a very long, clean finish.

VINTAGE: 2014 | ORIGIN: ELGIN

STRAW WINE

Straw wine is a wine made from grapes that have been dried to concentrate their juice. The classic method dries clusters of grapes on mats of straw in the sun, but modern techniques have been developed in different parts of the world. Straw wines are typically sweet to very sweet white wines. The low yields and labour-intensive production method means that they are quite expensive.


150

A rich, viscous wine with enticing notes of dried peach, marmalade, savoury spice and marzipan. The finish is clean, fresh and pleasantly lingering.

VINTAGE: 2015 | ORIGIN: SWARTLAND

Fortified Wines Deliciously sweet and opulent in character, South African port-style fortified wines are commonly creafted from Portuguese varieties in accordance with the traditional methods and designated styles of Portugal. All port-style wines in South Africa are bottled under the prefix “Cape”, however, due to the agricultural trade agreement signed between South Africa and the European Union.


CAPE RUBY PORT-STYLE

30

Lively cherry aromas on the nose with juicy oak notes. An elegant, polished palate with dark fruit and finely integrated tannin.

VINTAGE: NV | ORIGIN: CALITZDORP

50

An assortment of spice, fynbos, dark fruit and liquorice. Full-bodied, complex and structured with a dry palate.


CAPE TAWNY PORT-STYLE

40

Fresh lemon and lime notes combine with hints of spice and honey. Vibrant and fresh with caramel and stewed apple.


CAPE WHITE PORT-STYLE

30

Savoury notes of roast almond, crushed oats and hints of orange blossom unfurl to introduce a savoury palate with spice. The finish is dry and lengthy.


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