Francois Botha

Tbilvino Vazisubani Single Estate Dry White 2007, Gurjaani District

Citrus and mineral aromas. Easy-drinking and fruity, with crisp acidity. Good value, but not particularly distinctive.

Amalaya Torrontes Riesling 2012, Salta

Roses, anise, and spices on the nose. It is medium-bodied, flavourful, with crisp acidity, and a long aftertaste.

Stoney Ridge Pinot Noir 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Strawberry, barnyard, and spices on the nose. It is medium-bodied with soft tannins, a good amount of fruit, and a lingering aftertaste.

Carmen Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Los Quillayes Vineyard, Maipo Alto

Cassis, mint, and herbs on the nose. It has lots of fruit, is full-bodied, has ripe tannins, a solid structure, and a lingering aftertaste. Fantastic wine.

Pezoules Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Peloponnese

Cassis, cedar, spices, tar, and nuts on the nose. It is medium-to-full boided with soft tannins and lots of ripe fruit. Exceptional value.

Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera D'alba 2008, Piedmont

Vinum Africa Chenin Blanc 2010, Wo Stellenbosch, The Hope Of Good Cape

Butteriness, pineapple, and apricots on the nose. It has a crisp acidity, is creamy, but finishes on a bitter note.

Castaño La Casona Monastrell 2007, Yecla

Casillero Del Diablo Carmenere 2008

Dark berry fruit and spice on the nose. Very fruity with soft tannins and a lingering fruity aftertaste. Medium-bodied with the alcohol standing out a bit. Simplistic but very easy drinking. Drink now.

Caruso & Minini Terre Di Giumara Frappato/Nerello Mascalese 2010, Igt Sicilia

Prunes, plums, tobacco, and smokiness on the nose. It is medium-bodied with some harsh tannins that does not quite have the fruitiness to keep it balanced.