750mL
Sirkel Chenin Blanc 2020
$31.99Certified Organic
This is an excellent expression of Chenin Blanc which, in particular, displays an exceptionally high quality of fruit and the organic production ensures that the terroir comes across in the aromas and flavors of this wine. The delicious, ripe, tropical fruit of melon, golden delicious apples, apricots and pineapple reflect the excellent warm growing season. Meanwhile, the mineral character brings about an exciting complexity.
Sirkel Shiraz / Viogner 2020
$31.99Certified Organic
The Shiraz and Viognier grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with minimal intervention. After the fermentation, the wine is pressed and transferred to stainless steel tanks and oak barrels where it ages for 9 months, followed by bottling at the winery. Young, fresh and vibrant. Juicy and sweet fruits intertwine with florals and herbs to add pepperiness to the finish.
Sirkel Pinotage 2020
$31.99Certified Organic
Expressive fresh, ripe raspberry and red fruit with a hint of sweet herbs. The palate is rounded with strawberry and red cherry fruit with an easy-drinking, medium body and fresh, smooth finish.
Domaine Sainte-Anne Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2021
$31.99Vibrant and refreshing. The nose displays an enticing bouquet of lemon and grapefruit, with subtle floral notes and a hint of minerality. Crisp and zesty on the palate, citrus flavors shine bright with notes of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, along with hints of peach and apricot. A mineral undertone provides a nice balance and complexity.
Its bright acidity and fruit-forward character make it a refreshing pair with seafood dishes.
Domaine des Corbillieres Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2021
$31.99A refreshing white wine that boasts vibrant acidity against a backdrop of bright fruit flavours. The nose presents citrus and tropical fruit aromas, followed by a lush palate of green apple and grapefruit, finally ending with a crisp, clean finish. A perfect match for seafood dishes, salads, or as an aperitif.
Sanguinhal 2018 Quinta De S. Francisco
$31.99This producer’s estate offers a ripe, full-bodied wine, where the influence of wood aging beautifully complements the berry fruits and acidity. Despite being three years old, the wine still maintains its youthful vigor and is poised for further development. Best enjoyed from 2023 onwards.
Verrier Et Fils Cuvee Tradition Brut 375ml
$32.99 – $139.9975% Meunier, 20% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Noir
Aged in Cellar 4 Years before Release
The nose opens with a welcoming intensity and delicious tones of almonds and cherries that develops into darker berries and pastries.
The palate is effervescent yet robust. Well-structured tannins flesh out the perfectly balanced acidity, with notes of grapefruit and apple, and ending with a lingering finish that will have you reaching for another glass.
Giordano Lombardo 2022 Gavi Di Gavi
$32.99Giordano Lombardo is one of the rare few Biodynamic producers in Gavi in Italian region of Piedmont. The nose is wide, delicate, and elegant, yet intense. Traces of fresh hay and acacia flowers and a light minerality. The palate is harmonic, fresh, and supple with a long and palatable finish.
Antonio Scala Ciro Blanco 2021
$33.99100% Greco, from a 2 hectare vineyard located in Cirò (Crotone district). Spicy, fresh aromas of peach, quince and honeysuckle hold much allure. The palate is white spice, salty, fresh and focused. This is an irresistible example of the native Greco grape.
“I think greco bianco (unrelated to Campania’s greco di Tufo) is potentially one of Italy’s best native grape varieties.” – Ian d’Agata
Lugny Cremant de Bourgogne Rosé
$33.99Clear and bright pink with enticing floral aromas backed by notes of ripe plums, licorice and fresh strawberry. Fresh and fruity on the palate with intense flavors of red berries. Balanced and refreshing with a fine mousse.
Li Veli Torremossa Fiano 2020/21
$33.99CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Deliciously fruity on the nose, with aromas of mild citrus and pear. The unique, aromatic character continues on the palate, with fresh fruit and lively acidity combining with mineral notes to leave a very round yet firm impression.
Caves Sao Joao Brut Reserva 2017
$33.99Bical, Chardonnay, Maria Gomes and Arinto. Creamy and bright… citrus lime and orange blossom. Impressive length and a subtle chalky minerality. Delightfully refreshing!
Real Agrado Rioja Crianza 2017
$33.99Garnacha (50%) and Tempranillo (50%)
Clean, bright purple-red colour. Lovely aromas of red and blackberries against a background of roasted notes, anise and cocoa. Very friendly and balanced in the palate, showing good structure and volume but fresh and lightly spicy as well. Smooth and delicious.
Venturini Baldini Lambrusco Rosé
$33.99Lambrusco Grasparossa and Sorbara grapes.
Delicate fragrances of summer strawberries, black cherries and raspberries. Ideal for aperitivo, seafood dishes and meals with lighter flavours.
Bodegas Gaintza Getariako Txakolina 2020
$33.9985% Hondarrabi Zuri, 15% Gros Manseng
Fresh herbs on the nose, white fruit, green apple and citrus. Fresh on the palette with a slight spritz – traditional for Txakoli – and a lively citrus finish.
Antonio Scala Ciro Classico
$34.99A superb single-vineyard Ciró Rosso made from 100% Gaglioppo grown in sandy clay soils, fermented in stainless steel and aged in concrete for a year. It has an enticing nose of red fruits, orange peel, scrub-brush, baking spices, and a deeper, cherry kirsch sweetness.
Scala Ciro Rosato 2021
$34.99One of the most interesting pink wines we’ve come across. 100% Gaglioppo from 30 year old vineyard located in Cirò (Crotone district), with a south/south-east exposure – sand and clay soil. Juicy, spicy and ripe, it offers a delightful nose of red cherry, raspberry and aromatic herbs. Finishes long and mineral with a mouth-watering a sweet and sour tang.
An outstanding Rosato showcasing just how suited Gaglioppo is to making pink wines.
Li Veli Garissa Susumaniello 2020
$34.99Ruby red with a purple shimmer, on the nose it presents distinct red berry aromas followed by liquorice and rhubarb. A pleasantly soft mouthfeel, it is refined and elegant with well-balanced tannins.
The long finish shows a touch of acidity with fantastic, unforgettable freshness.
Cailleteau Bergeron Blaye Cotes de Bordeaux Prestige 2019
$36.9980% Merlot,10% Cab Sauv, 10% Malbec.
Perfumed and ripe with black fruits and a generous smooth texture. Seductive hints of tannins from the wood aging and the black-plum fruits. Rich and generous.
Château Rousselle Côtes de Bourg 2018
$36.9975% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc.
A ripe, fleshy style delivers toasty spice and tobacco notes up front, followed by dark cocoa, crushed plum and blackberry fruit flavours. Creamy and concentrated on the palate with alluring dark fruit and a long, velvety finish. A graphite edge cuts underneath, adding length and definition.
Baumard ‘La Caleche’ 2019
$36.99Low yields, hand harvesting and farmed according to organic principles. 9 months in vats on fine lees.
Aromas of pears, lemons, peaches and honey with floral and mineral hints. Great tension on the palate, which is pure with persistence and incredible precision. An easy wine to drink with well-balanced acidity and great structure.
Close Lapeyre Jurançon Vitatge Vielh 2018
$36.99100% late-harvested Gros Manseng.
Dried apricot, peach and vanilla on the nose, along with a floral note. Hints of citrus fruit and toast in the mouth. Medium body with a long, clean finish.
Springfield Thunderchild Merlot Cabernet 2021
$36.9934% Cabernet Franc | 33% Cabernet Sauvignon | 33% Merlot
This classical blend was created by using the ancient technique of fermenting uncrushed berries with native yeast from the grapes. After aging for one year in French barrels, it was bottled without fining or filtration. A further 12 months of bottle aging took place prior to release.
100% of the profits from this wine are donated to the Die Herberg charity which provides aid to children from broken homes.
Rivolta Coda Di Volpe Sannio Taburno 2017
$37.9993 pts – “Peach, apricot and minerals on the deep, complex nose. Then rich, dense and tactile, with flavors similar to the aromas on the long, ripe, stony finish. Another smashingly good Coda di Volpe wine by La Rivolta, an estate that has a real knack for this variety and a long history of making outstanding wines with it.”
– Ian d’Agata (Vinous)
Cave de Lugny Cremant de Bourgogne Millesimee 2016
$37.9950% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir. This exceptionally priced Burgundian sparkler offers a terrific chance to try a relatively rare commodity in our market. This Gold Medal-winning bubbly (Concours des Vins Burgondia) has suggestions of toasted bread and nuts on both the nose and palate, with tangy citrus and a hint of tea. Well-balanced, crisp and refreshing.
Can’ Leandro Panxut 2019
$37.99100% Bonicaire (an indigenous Spanish grape)
Fragrant red fruit aromas with hints of currant, ripe strawberries and orange zest. Fresh yet soft on the palate, with mouthwatering herbs tinged with a dash of spice.
Ode D’aydie – Madiran 2017
$37.99100% Tannat.
The nose is a medley of dark fruits like black cherry, blackberry and plum. The palate is rich and round, oozing with dark chocolate, cardamom and a hint of violet enhanced by rich, round tannins and sweet oak notes.
93 Pts. – Wine Enthusiast
Prapian Prosecco Col De L’utia Brut
$37.99CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Touches of almond and orange blossom. Mandarin orange peel, and sourdough bread add depth. The finish is bracing, ending in a blaze of yuzu citrus. A focused, concentrated, and complex sparkler, well-made and organic to boot.
Reverdito Langhe Nascetta 2016
$38.99A rich floral bouquet with notes of yellow apple, white peach and grapefruit. Rich and persistent on the palate with good acidity and freshness.
Domaine Grosbois Clos La Henry Bourgeuil 2020
$38.99Coming from a single parcel in the Bourgueil area, Clos de la Henry shows notes of raspberry, graphite, green peppers and violet along with a smooth yet refreshing texture. Using minimal intervention during production, it is a magnificent expression of Cabernet Franc. To be served with boudin or venison terrines.
Springfield Life From Stone Sauvignon Blanc 2022
$38.99Hailed as one of South Africa’s premier Sauvignon Blanc wines, Life From Stone is a blockbuster that delivers consistently year after year. It takes its name from the incredibly rocky soils in which it is grown. Intense, stony, minerally Sauvignon with lime, gooseberry, freshly cut green pepper and passionfruit notes. Zippy, zesty, mouthwatering, and utterly delicious. Complex and multi-layered, this is very much a food wine.
Reverdito Barbera D’alba ‘Butti’ 2019
$39.99Intense ruby red colour, fruity bouquet with notes of black cherry and plum. Full and generous on the palate.
Ortega Ezquerro Don Quentin Rioja Blanca 2018
$39.9980-year-old vines: 90% Viura, 5% Garnacha Blanca, 5% Malvasia
A fruit bouquet dominates the nose tempered with spicy notes of barrique. The palate is rich yet nuanced, with well-balanced acidity.
93 Points – Tim Atkin
Domaine Sohler Cuvee Marine Gewurztraminer 2020
$39.99Seductively sweet with lychee notes. Fruit forward while being long and expressive on the palate. Understatedly fresh and delicate.
Springfield Albariño 2022
$39.99Only the second Albariño to ever be made in South Africa’s Cape. It’s crafted sustainably with a ‘hands off’ approach and only in small quantities. But what little there is tastes fantastic. It’s complex and rich, with flavours of apricot, nectarine and that vital saline minerality and bright acidity. Try this with white fish or oysters.
Ch. de Hureau Saumur-Champigny Tuffe 2019
$41.99An utterly charming Saumur-Champigny that comes from a selection of vines planted on limestone tuffe soils. Ripe, juicy and bursting with velvety redcurrant and bramble fruit, gentle acidity on the palate and notes of sweet earth, smoke and cherry towards the finish.
Champalou Vouvray Sec 2019
$42.99A delicate straw yellow in colour. Aromas of green apples and quince. Dry, supple and elegant on the palate with further green fruit notes. The crisp finish makes this an ideal food wine. Try with a wild rice salad, escalopes of pork with a fennel and green bean salad or with a simple grilled trout.
Le Grand Verdus Nature Essentiel 2018
$42.99A delicious Natural bordeaux dominated by intensity and freshness. Lovely garnet color with seductive red and blackberry aroma. The supple and round tannins coat the fruity and smooth notes on the palate.
Vialla Chianti Superiore ‘Casa Conforto’ 2019
$44.9992 Points, Wine Enthusiast:
“Earthy and savory, this enjoyable red opens with aromas suggesting underbrush, camphor and wild herbs. Showing the same earthy finesse as the nose, the palate is polished and tangy, doling out crushed raspberry, blood orange, star anise and truffle. Lithe tannins and bright acidity keep it fresh, taut and balanced.” – 92/100, Wine Enthusiast