The Introduction - Red
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Winemaking Notes This wine is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot from selected vineyards around the Stellenbosch region. The grapes are hand-picked at a ripeness to express purity of fruit and freshness. Fermentation takes place in wooden open top fermenters without the inoculation of yeast and lasts for up to 3 weeks. After fermentation the wines are pressed to barrel for malolactic fermentation after which they are racked and returned to barrel for further maturation for up to 18 months. No new wood is used so as to retain the freshness and purity inherent in the grapes. The wine was blended and bottled in January 2018. 4200 bottles were produced Tasting Notes This wine has a stunning garnet colour with a bright ruby red rim. The nose has an abundance of dark briary fruits with hints of tobacco spice and cassis. The palate is full and rich with cassis and blackberry fruits. The mid-palate is rich and textured leading to a dry savoury finish.
Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal 750ml
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Hannibal is a peculiar red blend from Bouchard Finlayson in the Hemel en Aarde Valley consisting of 39% Sangiovese, 18% Pinot Noir, 17% Shiraz, 15% Nebbiolo, 5% Mourvédre and 5% Barbera. Sporting cherry and plum compote aromas on the nose, with a saline edge and clean leather adding depth of flavour. Subtle on the palate, offering rounded yet notable tannins, building towards the finish and dispersed with a bright freshness.
Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 750ml
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Moderately rich yet supple with intriguing perfumed dark cherry and wild berry with an espresso infused cinnamon spice adding to the appeal. Expertly balanced, it embodies elegance, but the tannins form neatly on a lengthy finish.
Raats Jasper Red Blend 750ml
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An exceptionally deep blend of blackberry, black cherry and bramble with subtle hints of forest floor, dark chocolate, aniseed and spicy tobacco. Velvety, medium-bodied palate with hints of fresh mint, cinnamon and perfume lingering on the finish.
Raats Dolomite Cabernet Franc 750ml
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A velvet, soft finish with a purity of fruit, wet-stone minerality and herbs that linger on the palate.
B Vintners Black Bream Pinot Noir 750ml
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Subtle fruits of wild strawberries and red cherry, with floral characteristics that is underpinned by fragrant spices of cinnamon and clove. Time in the glass reveals the salinity , which gives a distinctiveness to the wine. Light on the palate but remains concentrated with fine grain fruit tannin, given length by the fresh and cool acidity.
Overgaauw Tria Corda 750ml
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A Bourdeaux-style blend of Cabernet Franc (7%), Merlot (25%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (68%).
Baleia Tempranillo 750ml
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An expressive Spanish Tempranillo with aromas of black currant and dark cherries, with hints of leather and sweet spice lingering on the palate. Natural salts found in the soils, present a delicate sensation of minerality in Baleia's food-driven wines, preparing the palate beautifully.
Baleia Syrah 750ml
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A velvety Syrah with black current, garrigue and mocha aromas, wit ripe fruit and smoky flavours on the palate. The delicate sensation of minerality in this food-friendly wine is an expression of the natural salts present in their soils and prepares the palate beautifully. Best enjoyed with Cape Malay curries or a Karoo lamb dish.
Baleia Rose 750ml
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A fragrant rosé with a bouquet of watermelon and white spice with lingering flavours of strawberry cheesecake and light spice on the palate. The elegant sensation of minerality in Baleia's food-friendly wines is an expression of the natural salts present in their soils and prepares ones palate beautifully.
Baleia Chardonnay 750ml
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A crisp Chardonnay with elegant pineapple and toffee aromas on the nose, and lemon drops and light oak flavours on the palate. The delicate sensation of minerality in Baleia’s food-friendly wines is an expression of the natural salts present in our soils and prepares the palate beautifully. Creamy Italian pasta dishes are a perfect companion for this wine.
B Vintners De Alexandria 750ml
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A Muscat d' Alexandrie cultivar originating from ancient Egypt. An exceptional experience of litchi, lime and pear, make a well balanced wine with a subtle floral perfume and a lingering palate taste. Goes great with, sushi and mild curry dishes
Beaumont Dangerfield Syrah 750ml
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A complex wine from three different vineyard sites on the wine farm itself. As the vines mature, their metabolism slows and the grapes produce wines with greater complexity in fruit and structure. The Dangerfield Syrah has a good colour, with spicy fruit and pepper on the nose. Flavours of berry fruit with fine ripe tannins on the finish make this a full but elegant wine.
Beaumont Constable House 750ml
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Names after the old Constables House on the farm, the wine consists of two varietals exceptionally well together namely Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. A blend packed with loads of flavour and soft tannins. Light and delicate with wonderful purity and texture.
Beaumont Mourvedre 750ml
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A wonderful blend of two varietals, this lifted, spearmint-scented bouquet is sweet on the entry and is well balanced.
Cape Collective Seeboei Sauvignon Blanc 750ml
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A Cape South Coast Sauvignon Blanc with litchi, granadilla and guava flavours
Cape Collective Aye Aye Rose 750ml
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A minimum intervention Cape South Coast Rose. Apple candy, and green litchi’s on the nose, has a firm palate with dried apricot and biscotti flavours.
Cape Collective Capitan 750ml
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A Mediterranean styled red blend from the Cape South Coast. The Blends consist of Pinot Noir, Tempranillo & Syrah. This wine will be great to drink now or in 10 years time. Expect spice, dried coriander and cured meat flavours. Will pair extremely well with venison, oxtail stew or any meat dish with richness.
Crystallum Peter Max Pinot Noir 750ml
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Peter & Max are the first names of the growers who supplied the fruit for the first vintage of this wine. The grapes are 100% Hemel-en-Aarde sourced. A bold and rich wine showcasing mulberry, cherry and sweet spice on the nose. With both fresh and bruised strawberry and raspberry together with a light smokiness and some fynbos, the palate is full and fruit forward.
