Francois Botha

Santa Carolina Chardonnay Reserva 2010

Lime, orange peel, vanilla, and biscuits on the nose. On the palate, the alcohol stands out a bit and it is a bit flabby. Excellent length though.

D'arenberg The Stump Jump Grenache/Shiraz/Mourvèdre 2011

Raspberry. floral, and pepper notes on the nose. It has lots of ripe red fruit, firm tannin, and is medium-bodied. Good value.

Fuzion Alta Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2009

Plums, chocolate, vanilla, and some dustiness on the nose. The wine is medium-to-full bodied and the tannins is still somewhat harsh. Dried fruit flavours on the palate and a lingering finish that includes liquorice flavours.

Alvar 2008 Cabernet Merlot 2008, Ontario VQA

Plums, spices, a bit of earthiness and lead pencil shavings on the nose. Plenty of juicy fruit and soft tannins on this medium-bodied wine. Long aftertaste. Overall, an absolutely incredible wine at this price.

Viña Peralillo Arenal Carmenere 2009, Colchagua Valley

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.

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.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2009, Do Calatayud

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

The Wolftrap White 2013, Boekenhoutskloof

Peaches, melons, spices, and floral notes on the nose. It has crisp acidity with lots of fruit. Great summer wine. Best chilled.

Finca Flichman Expresiones Reserve Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Mendoza

Dark cherry, tobacco, spices, and some meatiness on the nose. It has plenty of fruit, softening tannin, an excellent structure, and is full-bodied. Good value.