A dark, structured style, with a prominent graphite edge carrying the briar, black licorice and macerated cherry and currant fruit. There's good buried minerality on the finish. Should open up with brief cellaring. Best from 2009 through 2011. 150 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Jonkershoek Valley Select to Add

Spicebox, red berry, pepper…all entice in the aroma of this more delicate, sophisticated red. On the plate, its gentle layers of warming spice, pepper, spice and cloves offer refined complexity. A beautiful, sultry sip that will pair well with cheeses, grilled meats, stew. ——S.K.(3/1/2010)—— 90