A notion of flinty smoke on the nose gives the minerality which hints at the mountainous location of the tiny, tree lined vineyard in which this Chardonnay is grown. This is no exaggerated New World style but one of finesse and grace, though with a welcome creaminess on the palate. Exceptionally well suited to grilled fish, creamy pasta and salads.

2014 has been the most challenging since Chris and Andrea Mullineux have been working with Swartland fruit. Despite drought conditions, 2013 winter had above average rainfall and then spring and early summer had a few rain spells that led to disease pressure and subsequent reduction in quantity in order to protect the fruit quality at picking.

This Rhone varietal cuvee is made up of Cinsault, Carignan, Grenache, Mouvedre and Syrah and aged in barrique for one year (no new oak). Red fruits and spice dominate the aroma profile and the palate is attractive and juicy making this a very quaffable wine.
Fiona Hayes - Buyer

The 2014 Single Vineyard Chardonnay comes from a single vineyard planted in 1988, just under six hectares and dry farmed since 2003/2004. It has a tightly would bouquet at first, quite understated with sea spray, red apples and a touch of peach. The palate is quite rounded on the entry, smooth in texture with brioche and creamy notes, harmonious with a soupçon of stem ginger that enlivens the finish. 
Drinking window 2018-2028. 
Neal Martin, The Wine Spectator. 28th April 2017. 

Fruit is selected from 7 vineyard parcels and is fermented and aged in various size barrels, only 10-15% new. Bright red cherry fruit perfume and spicy notes provide a concentration on the nose and palate. The tannins provide an attractive grip and refreshing finish.
Fiona Hayes - Buyer

After 11 years producing Platter five-star wines at Cape Point Vineyards, Duncan Savage finally realised his dream of producing his own red and white wine before the age of 35 with his maiden (2011 red, 2012 white) vintage. The wines received high critical acclaim with Duncan once again in the spotlight as one of the most exciting young talents in South African winemaking.

A new and exciting star in the South African wine scene, the wines of Savage are on top form. The density and richness at the core of this wine is a step up from Follow the Line. Aromas of dark cherry lead to a palate that balances savoury notes with ripe cherry, cassis fruit, pepper and spice. Richer than the Follow the Line, but still with that crunchy, cool acidity that gives it real lift and an amazing mouth-feel. Long on the finish. Drink 2019 to 2021.

Leaner, greener and less heavily oaked than the 2012. A step in the right direction definitely! The nose is still very slightly sweet but there is very good structure and potential here.
Jancis Robinson, 23rd January 2015. 

Bruwer Raat crafts soil-specific wines that embody the unique characteristics of the Stellenbosch wine region. Mvemve Raats (MR) de Compostella is a collaborative venture with his friend Mzokhona Mvemve. Just one wine is made each year: a Bordeaux blend. The composition changes, because they both taste through the barrels and only those that score 90-plus when sampled blind make it to the final blend.

Cabernet Franc may lead the pack in this Bordeaux blend but its, sometimes rather lean, personality is brilliantly balanced by the weight of its companions. It brings tremendous grace to this otherwise powerful blend; adding red fruit and freshness to the dark kernel of brooding fruit. An outstanding example of what can be achieved when Old World reserve meets New World flair; ripe fruit allied to a bright disposition and silky, refined structure.

Roussanne, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Sémillon don’t jump off the page as immediate bedfellows, but winemaker John Seccombe has crafted a beauty here. Lemon curd, buttered popcorn and praline are followed by a densely textured yet fresh palate. Touches of stone fruit complete the picture. Along with the Cartology, this is another fantastic addition to the Cape scene.
Fergus Stewart, Private Account Manager