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
91 points Wine Spectator
The 2015 La Reserve de Leoville Barton wine is a delicious, racy Saint-Julien to drink now and over the next handful of years. The natural radiance of the year comes through beautifully in this supple, caressing wine. Although not especially complex, the 2015 wine is flat-out delicious. This 2015 La Reserve de Leoville Barton is a terrific showing for the second wine of Leoville Barton. Best from 2020 through 2030.
91 points Wine Spectator
The 2019 La Sirene de Giscours is a elegant wine with a range of aromas marked by fruit, beautiful freshness on the palate, and silky tannins that melt into a creamy texture. With its delicate Margaux touches, it can be drunk young but will also age very well.
The smoothness and richness of a Margaux Second Wine of Giscours, this 2019 La Sirene de Giscours has a lovely intensity color. On the nose releases fragrances of crunchy fruit. This red wine combines depth and deliciousness with a dense structure and a very soft feel.
This 2019 La Sirene de Giscours wine has a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), Merlot (12%), Cabernet Franc (9%), and Petit Verdot (9%).
97 points Wine Enthusiast
96 points James Suckling
95 points Decanter
The Laika Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot wine has a bright red colour, light density. This red wine from South Africa which has an earthy nose with black berries and fresh plums. Beautifully complex and forthcoming. The Laika Cabernet Sauvignon Merlotis a well-balanced wine with delicate tannins. It’s a layered red blend with an abundance of blackberry and notes of white pepper. This Laika Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot is a tasty table wine which will pleasantly surprise your palate and morality.
The 2022 Laika Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot wine is best paired with Lamb shank with a side dish of Portobello mushrooms and roasted aubergines.
The Laika Chenin Blanc wine has a Light straw colour, with alight green tint. This South African Chenin Blanc wine has a ripe pear and peach flavours. This Laika Chenin Blanc is well-balanced full wine with upfront fresh tropical fruity flavours. This is a fruity wine with a lovely crisp finish. The Laika Chenin Blanc of Winery Louis Nel is a white wine from the region of Western Cape, South Africa. In the mouth this white wine is a with a nice freshness.
This 2023 Laika Chenin Blanc wine goes well with most dishes and is really great with vegetarian cuisine.
The Laika Sauvignon Blanc wine has a pale straw colour, with a light green hues. The Laika Sauvignon Blanc has an upfront fresh tropical fruity flavours and well balanced. This Sauvignon Blanc wine has a lovely crisp finish and long after-taste. The Laika Chenin Blanc of Winery Louis Nel is a white wine from the region of Western Cape, South Africa.
The 2023 Laika Sauvignon Blanc wine is best paired with seafood.
The 2021 Laughing Lizard Cabernet Merlot wine has crimson red in colour and has hints of blackberry, fresh plums and French oak on the nose. The fresh juicy palate of satsuma, plum and blackberry is complimented by mid palate sweetness from the Merlot wine.
The Laughing Lizard Cabernet Merlot wine is best paired with Beef, Pasta, Lamb, and Poultry.
The 2021 Laughing Lizard Cabernet Shiraz wine is displaying purple hues. This Australian Red Wine has red berry fruit aromas are prevalent with hints of spices. The richness of Laughing Lizard Cabernet Shiraz wine complements the savory flavors of a nicely grilled steak. This Shiraz wine is from South Eastern Australia.
