Elgin

Delicate and alluring, this wine’s floral perfume is underscored by black cherry and pomegranate. Rich fruit persists on the palate, punctuated by notes of cherry stone and thyme. Fine, powdery tannins are lifted by the palate’s supple texture and naturally bright acidity. Try it with pork loin or porcini mushroom risotto. Drink now to 2021.
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (spring 2018)

Richard Kershaw’s GPS range celebrates exemplary parcels of vines from outside the Elgin region. The Vermaaklikheid Chardonnay is sourced from a unique parcel of Chardonnay on limestone soils, lending this wine bright energy and a mineral edge. Notes of orange pith and peel, lemon curd and more tropical fruit are coupled with racy acidity and spice. Pithy and textural, this has a wonderful salinity and purity, which will continue to evolve. Fresh and very long, drink now or over the next 10 years (to 2028).
Daisy Gatt, Buying Assistant (spring 2018)

Richard has stepped up his game with his 2013 Syrah. While the 2012 was very good, the 2013 is truly impressive. The nose is awash with blueberry, damson and white pepper. The palate is medium-bodied, svelte and full of Old World sensibility with a moreish, savoury, tannin edge and much more structure than the previous vintage. The acidity is lifted and, along with a graphite note and mineral edge, gives this Syrah a refinement one often finds in the wines of the Northern Rhône. Excellent. Drink 2017-2022.
Stuart Rae, Private Account Manager