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    Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz Hill and Dale Stellenbosch

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Colour: Intense, rich ruby.   Bouquet: The sweet, dark-fruit, Shiraz characters dominate initially while herbaceous, red-fruit notes of the Cabernet Sauvignon are evident in the background. A touch of cloves adds a bit of a tingle to a homely “leather shop” appeal. &nbs...

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    Chamonix Greywacke Pinotage 2017

    Written by Helen Crannage

    The Greywacke Pinotage has a deep garnet red colour with tinges of dark violet when young. The bouquet is complex with scents recalling wild berries, spice and cherries. On the palate the wine shows full body and rich dark chocolate with fruit flavours, balanced elegantly by tannins, with ...

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    Chamonix Unoaked Chardonnay 2021/22

    Written by Helen Crannage

    On release it has a bright straw colour with greenish highlights and an intense aroma that recalls ripe apples, lime, and pears with hints of herbs and tropical fruit. Bright and steely dry in flavour, the grapefruit and spice sensations are buoyed by zesty acidity that refreshes the palat...

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    Chardonnay Hill and Dale Stellenbosch

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Colour: Crisp, clear and vibrant with hues of lime- green and golden straw.   Bouquet: Aromas of zingy lemon zest, white asparagus and artichokes add freshness to the sweeter crème brûlée- undertones.   Taste: Creamy zing repeats on the palate with fresh lemon a...

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    Chenin Blanc Hill and Dale Stellenbosch

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Colour: Bright golden green.   Bouquet: Fresh lime & yellow apples offset against a backdrop of creamy peach & gooseberry with the faintest hint of rosewater.   Taste: A gentle & friendly wine with a textured creaminess, perfectly balanced by a clean ac...

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    Chenin Blanc Klippenkop

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Tasting Notes An appealing light straw colour. Light with lovely ripe, attractive rounded fruit. Fresh floral nose and an exciting acid balance.   Food Pairings Enjoy now with seafood, smoked salmon, roast chicken, and pork.

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    Harry Hartman Church Chenin Blanc 2020

    Written by Helen Crannage

    The palate has notes of old-fashioned lemon drop candy. Pale lemon in colour with herbaceous notes. Also displaying crunchy green apple, young apricot and fig. Medium body with medium acidity.

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    Harry Hartman Coracle 2019

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Coracle is a classic Bordeaux style blend made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Merlot from selected Stellenbosch vineyards. Coracle is a full bodied deep ruby red with notes of cassis and black plum followed by notes of vanilla, mocha, cloves and cinnamon.

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    Harry Hartman Mosi Classic Styled Blend

    Written by Helen Crannage

    This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc created to celebrate South African varietals and their potential. Perfumed on the nose with notes of musk, violets, a subtle note of dried herbs, red and black berries plus some vanilla and earth. The palat...

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    Harry Hartman Somesay 2019

    Written by Helen Crannage

    This wine has a good balance between fruit, oak and acidity with youthful and vibrant ruby hues, this wine has notes of violet, cranberry and plum. Dry medium flavour with youthful minerality.

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    Harry Hartman Summer Sauvignon Blanc 2020

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Harry Hartman's Summer Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the Cape South Coast, there is a brightness to the fruit, indicating a cooler climate. The wine is nuanced with a peppery character, white tea, lemongrass notes, and lovely citrus aromas. The fruit is clean and welcoming, backed with a...

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    Max Bordeaux Blend 2018

    Written by bluestone0924

    This wine has a dark plum colour with a bright ruby rim. The nose has aromas of smoked meats, dark cherries and Christmas cake. There is a hint of roasted fennel bulb and five spices. The palate is full, rich, lingering and dry.

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    Muratie Ben Prins Cape Vintage 2017/19

    Written by Helen Crannage

    On the nose, floral notes of violets and roses entice along with Christmas spice and plum pudding. Each sip is deeply rich, with flavours ranging from Kirsch-macerated black cherries to dark chocolate-enrobed hazelnuts. There are also savoury undertones – truffles and tobacco – with...

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    Muratie Melck’s Blended Red

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Where most of the wines in the portfolio are special occasion wines, this medium-bodied blend is intended for everyday enjoyment. However, it too is sourced entirely from the estate, and while unpretentious it is well-crafted with its soft tannins, lush black fruit and hints of white pe...

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    Muratie Melck’s Sauvignon Blanc

    Written by Helen Crannage

    Conceived as a partner to the to the Muratie Melck’s Red, this crisp, refreshing and accessible wine is light but not lightweight. It has a flinty perfume leading to a fruit salad of flavours, from green apple and lime to tropical guava and pineapple. Dry and zesty with a clean, persi...

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