Francois Botha

Cono Sur Vision Single Vineyard Riesling 2010, Quiltramán, Bío Bío Valley

Apple, pear, and hints of petrol on the nose. Some crisp acidity on the palate but slight inbalance between the sweetness and acidity. Keep for 2-3 years.

Las Rocas Garnacha 2009, Do Calatayud

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Cono Sur Syrah Reserva 2010, Colchagua Valley

Intense mintiness, coffee, black pepper, toffee, and a meatiness on the nose. Plenty of fruit of the palate with some strong tannins still prevalent. May improve over the next 2 years.

Chateau De Gourgazaud 2009, Minervois

Cassis, plums, blackberries, and meatiness on the nose. The tannins are soft, there is plenty of dark fruit on the palate, and the wine is medium-to-full bodied. The wine is very well balanced and excellent value.