This KWV Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay 2019 is modern, clean and stylish. Aromas of citrus, white peach and nectarine compliment the fruit concentration and flavour on the palate. The Chardonnay wine shows creamy undertones and subtle oak nuances, which is testimony of the well-integrated use of oak. The palate is fine, restrained with a crisp and zesty finish.
The 2014 KWV Cathedral Cellar Shiraz has a full-bodied and robust South African Shiraz with aromas of cassis, tanned leather and dark spice. This Shiraz wine has a lifted, complex nose of smoked meat, campfire, fresh herbs spice and wet earth. The KWV Cathedral Cellar Shiraz is best paired with lamb tangine and roast rack of lamb.
The KWV Classic Chenin Blanc 2020 is a great example of modern-styled, South African Chenin blanc, which shows true elegance. It displays upfront green, fresh-cut grass, canned peas and ripe paw-paw aromas with hints of guava and asparagus on the nose. The palate is vibrant and fresh with a linear acidity and an enduring finish.
A medium bodied dry red wine, with deep brick red colors enhanced by a subtle purple hue. The KWV Classic Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is fresh and lively blackcurrant, blackberry and plum flavors, complemented by hints of mint and cedar spice.
The KWV Classic Chardonnay 2020 has a fresh and inviting citrus, tropical and butterscotch flavors dominate. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied with hints of paw-paw, toasty characters and lemon. The Chardonnay wine is soft and creamy with a long aftertaste.
The KWV Classic Merlot 2019 has juicy raspberry and blackberry flavors are complemented by a touch of cedar and marzipan, making this Merlot wine is soft and inviting. Medium bodied with generous velvety tannins and has vanilla and spice flavors which remain on the palate.
The KWV Classic Moscato 2020 is a aromatic wine exudes floral, perfume and peach aromas with an abundance of Muscat on the nose, that follows through on the palate. The palate is concentrated with a sweet dimensional aftertaste. Enjoy this Moscato as an aperitif with fresh fruit salads, salmon or even spicy Asian cuisine.
The KWV Classic Pinotage 2019 has crimson red color, upfront plum and raspberry fruit flavors. On the palate the abundance of fruit is complemented by fruit cake, violets and toffee flavors. The Pinotage wine is well balanced, soft and smooth with a lingering aftertaste.
The KWV Classic Sauvignon Blanc 2020 is upfront, fresh and vibrant tropical and passion fruit flavors with hints of guava on the nose deliver a highly satisfying taste experience. The abundance of fruit on the palate delivers a well balanced, medium bodied wine. The KWV Classic Sauvignon Blanc has a crisp finish and lingering aftertaste.
This medium bodied KWV Classic Shiraz 2019 has fresh raspberry and black cherry aromas, complemented by dark chocolate, pepper and spice. Concentrated flavors and well integrated tannins. The finish is soft and velvety and has smoky oak and cigarbox flavors with a lingering aftertaste.
The KWV Roodeberg 2019 has a medium bodied dry red wine with the distinctive aroma of blackberries, cherries, green pepper, and spice. On the palate Roodeberg wine is fruit forward with hints of chocolate, spice, and vanilla that accent the dark fruit flavors.
The KWV The Mentors Chardonnay wine is well-balanced and medium bodied wine displays the true characteristics of a cool climate Chardonnay. On the nose there are beautiful lime, orange blossom and apricot aromas with tones of lemon zest. The Chardonnay is elegant in every respect, it has subtle hints of cedary oak, raw almonds and macadamia nuts with a refreshing, lingering and creamy finish.
The KWV The Mentors Orchestra 2012 is a modern, multi-layered and Bordeaux-style blend shows aromas of blackcurrants, plums and black pepper with nuances of pencil shavings and wild fennel. On the palate, the intense concentration is prompted by a firm tannin structure and layers of dark berry fruit with an excellent follow-through. The wine can be enjoyed on its own or paired with braised lamb shoulder or fillet mignon.
The KWV The Mentors Pinotage 2018 reflects the true varietal characteristics of a modern-styled Pinotage, with an abundance of blackcurrants and plums, and hints of fruit cake and cloves on the nose. The intense concentration on the palate shows sweet fruit and well-integrated oak. The silky-smooth tannins contribute to the wine’s juicy, round and seamless finish. This Pinotage is the perfect accompaniment to a pork-belly roast with garlic and sage or a succulent beef roulade.
This expressive KWV The Mentors Shiraz displays cherry, cranberry and tobacco leaf aromas with subtle hints of black pepper. On the palate there are nuances of liquorice with juicy, fleshy tannins that deliver a spicy and savoury finish. Well structured and integrated, the Shiraz wine has excellent ageing potential.
The 2015 La Croix de Beaucaillou wine is alluring, seductive style, with mulled fig and boysenberry fruit carried by velvety structure. The 2015 La Croix de Beaucaillou has a very composed bouquet that captures the fruité of the vintage, almost lush, pure black cherries intermingling with cranberry and blueberry. There is a patina of new oak to be subsumed so it will certainly deserve three or four years in bottle. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin on the entry, cloaked by layers of slightly toasty black fruit laced with cedar, white pepper and a touch of Lapsang Souchong.
This St-Julien wine is very harmonious with great depth while maintaining superb precision on the finish. What a superb deuxième vin. The 2015 La Croix de Beaucaillou wine is a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot.
95 points Wine Enthusiast
93 points James Suckling
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