Francois Botha

Terrazas De Los Andes Reserva Torrontés 2010, Salta

Peaches, lime, kiwi fruit, and floweriness on the nose. Crisp acidity, medium-bodied and plenty of fruit on the palate.

Henry Of Pelham Chardonnay 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula

I am not normally a fan of unoaked Chardonnay but this is pretty good. Pears with dusty and floral notes on the nose. Light-to-medium body, crisp acidity, and a good amount of fruit with a clean finish.

Domaine De Vaugondy Dry Vouvray 2010, Ac

Lemon, melons, and oranges on the nose. On the palate there is a crisp acidity and plenty of fruit. The wine is light-to-medium bodied and screaming to be paired with food.

Poderi Del Paradiso Vernaccia Di San Gimignano 2010, Docg

Château Rochecolombe Côtes Du Rhône 2009, Ac

Plums, blackberries, cigars, coffee, and spice on the nose. The wine is medium-bodied, very fruity and has ripe tannins. Very drinkable now and will keep for 2-3 years.

Farnese Casale Vecchio Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2010, Abruzzo

Plums, blackberries, earthiness, and herbs on the nose. It has lots of ripe fruit, soft tannins, and is very juicy. An absolute steal.

Caldora Sangiovese 2010, Terre Di Chieti Igt

Plums, blackberries, olives, and earthiness on the nose. Plenty of ripe fruit with firm tannins on a medium-bodied wine. Very good value.

Sterling Vintner's Collection Merlot 2009, Central Coast, California

Mint, cherries, and dark chocolate on the nose. There is plenty of fruit on the palate but the tannins is still a bit harsh.

K W V Roodeberg 2009, Western Cape

Raspberry, tar, coffee, and mint on the niose.Plenty of fruit on the palate and a lingering aftertaste, but there is a bitterness that persists as well.

Antonin Rodet Côtes Du Rhône 2010

Pepper, blackberries, raspberries, and nuts on the nose. It is medium-bodied with firm tannin and has a crisp acidity.