Francois Botha

Masi Serego Alighieri Possessioni Rosso 2008, Veneto

Vidal Fleury 2009, Cotes Du Rhone

Plums, spices, and earthiness on the nose. It is a well-balanced wine but will reward those who age it for 3-5 years.

Trapiche Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2010, Mendoza

Fantastic nose with aromas of blackberry, raspberry, spices, nuts, toffee, tobacco, and tea leaves. More subdued on the palate where it is medium-to-full bodied with plenty of fruit, but the green tannins threaten the balance of the wine.

Taurino Riserva Salice Salentino 2009

Black cherry, blackcurrant, spices, cigars, and dustiness on the nose. It is medium-to-full bodied and has a lingering dried-fruit aftertaste.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2009, Do Calatayud

Meatiness, cherries, raspberries, chocolate, and spice on the nose. Fruity and medium-bodied with softening tannins. Very drinkable.

Santa Carolina Reserva De Familia Carmenère 2010, Rapel Valley

Prunes, cedar, herbs, and chocolate on the nose. It has softening tannins, massive amounts of fruit, and is incredibly well-balanced. Amazing wine.

Lenswood Hills Pinot Noir 2010, Adelaide Hills

Raspberry, spices, dark chocolate, and earthiness on the nose. Juicy and very fruity, but with slightly green tannins. Good value.

Clare Hills Riesling 2009, Clare Valley

Petrol, green apple, and dustiness on the nose. It has a racy acidity and plenty of fruit. Much dryer than it first appears to be and it has a surprising amount of body. Serve well chilled.

Viña Peralillo Arenal Carmenere 2009, Colchagua Valley

Caliterra Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2013

Passion fruit and grassiness on the nose. Juicy with crisp acidity. Not much depth, but packs a punch.