{"title":"The Grape Escape 2027","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mitres-edge-the-mitre-2019","title":"MITRE'S EDGE “The Mitre” Bordeaux Blend, Paarl","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% Cabernet Franc, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec and 8 % Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen vat primary fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Barrel matured in 225l barrels for 12 - 14 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMitre's Edge The Mitre 2019 presents a deep ruby to garnet colour with an opaque core, reflecting its Bordeaux-style blend and the warm Simonsberg-Paarl origin. The rim shows a slight purple tinge, indicating a youthful wine with some development but still firmly in its primary phase. The viscosity appears high, with slow, coloured legs suggesting elevated alcohol and good dry extract typical of a concentrated premium red blend.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.humblegrape.co.uk\/products\/mitres-edge-the-mitre-2017-paarl-south-africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the nose, the wine is pronounced and complex, offering ripe blackcurrant, blackberry and dark plum layered with distinctive green pepper and liquorice notes. These primary aromas are supported by secondary tones of cedar, sweet spice and a hint of vanilla from barrel ageing, along with subtle tobacco and graphite that add a more savoury dimension. A touch of dried herbs and leafy Cabernet character lifts the bouquet and contributes to an overall refined, Bordeaux-inspired profile.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jancisrobinson.com\/zh-hans\/tastings\/270298\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, this is a dry, full-bodied wine with bold structure and a firm yet polished tannic backbone that frames the dark fruit core. Flavours echo the nose, with concentrated cassis, black plum and blackberry intertwined with green pepper, liquorice, cedar and spice, all supported by fresh acidity that keeps the richness in check and prevents heaviness. The finish is long and layered, showing persistent dark fruit, savoury oak nuances and a subtle herbal edge that suggests good ageing potential and makes it a strong partner for robust red meat dishes.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.humblegrape.co.uk\/products\/mitres-edge-the-mitre-2017-paarl-south-africa\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bold, structured and complex Bordeaux-style blend with dark fruit, spice and leafy elegance, offering both immediate pleasure and promising mid-term ageing.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jancisrobinson.com\/zh-hans\/tastings\/270298\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitre's Edge","offers":[{"title":"2019","offer_id":45641783116079,"sku":"ME-BL-TM-19","price":76.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2020","offer_id":58271821037871,"sku":"ME-BL-TM-20","price":76.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/products\/The_Mitre.png?v=1688291311"},{"product_id":"fryers-cove-bamboes-bay-sauvignon-blanc-2022","title":"FRYER'S COVE “Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc” Sauvignon Blanc, Cape West Coast","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc vineyards are located 500m from the ice cold Atlantic along the Cape West Coast. Planted in Hutton-type soil layered with limestone which extends deep into the earth. Bamboes Bay is South Africa's smallest demarcated wine ward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winemaking process at Fryer's Cove is, in true West Coast style, very simple with minimal intervention and interference. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are gently destemmed and then pressed, with only the finest free-run juice making it's way into the Bamboes Bay wines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSettling occurs overnight with a small amount of settling enzymes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe juice is then racked and inoculated with yeast, to begin fermentation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter fermentation, the wines is left to age on its lees to further broaden mouth-feel and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-colour\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFryer's Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2022 would show a pale lemon to light straw colour with a distinct green tinge, signalling youth, high acidity and cool coastal origins. The clarity and brightness in the glass would suggest a precise, unoaked style with some lees work for texture rather than heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-nose\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe nose would be pronounced and vividly maritime, opening with lime, grapefruit zest and lemon peel over passion fruit, gooseberry and green melon. Layers of sea spray, kelp and fresh seaweed, together with nettle and cape fynbos herbs, would give a distinctly Atlantic, saline lift to the intense fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-palate\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine should be dry, light to medium-bodied and energetic, with high, piercing acidity driving flavours of lime juice, grapefruit, passion fruit and gooseberry. A fine, slightly creamy lees texture would sit beneath, but the defining impression would be a long, linear, salty-mineral finish, evoking crushed shells, sea breeze and wet stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-whole\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA racy,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esea‑sprayed coastal Sauvignon Blanc, combining electric citrus and tropical fruit with briny mineral depth and a long, saline, Atlantic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fryer's Cove","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":48029838278959,"sku":"FC-SB-BB-22","price":97.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/BamboesBaySauvignonBlancNV.png?v=1700014237"},{"product_id":"kaapzicht-the-steytler-range-the-1947-chenin-blanc-2023","title":"KAAPZICHT “The 1947” Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17215,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":16770457},\"5\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Chenin Blanc\"}'\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of Steytlers have been custodians of this special site for almost eight decades. Today, it is one of the oldest Chenin Blanc vineyards in the country. It’s deeply connected to our history and our home, making it impossible to mimic. The wine exemplifies the tension between generosity and restraint found in Bottelary Chenin Blanc. Originally 6ha in size, only 1.1ha of the very low yielding vineyard remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked, 50% whole-bunch pressed, 50% crushed and de-stemmed (with skin-contact in press).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural sedimentation overnight after pressing (light and gentle pressing with maximum pressure of 0.8kpa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter settling, the wine is racked to 500l barrels for spontaneous fermentation. Fermentation can last between 2–4 weeks. The wine is aged in barrel for 10 months prior to bottling and bottled unfiltered and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-colour\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eKaapzicht The Steytler Range “The 1947” Chenin Blanc is a medium lemon-gold in the glass, with a touch of depth that hints at old-vine concentration and time in oak. The wine appears bright and viscous, suggesting both ripeness and a richly textured style rather than something lean or neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the nose it is pronounced and complex, with wet straw, dusty white citrus and honeyed yellow peach layered over ripe pineapple and hints of fynbos. Spicy top notes mingle with nuances of tangerine peel, naartjie and lychee, giving an exotic, almost confit-like character while still feeling lifted and well-defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry to off-dry, full-bodied and generously textured, showing concentrated flavours of peach, apricot, pineapple and sweet citrus peel. A plump, glycerol mouthfeel is balanced by well-judged acidity and subtle oak spice, carrying those tangerine, naartjie and lychee notes into a long, opulent yet focused finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA richly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etextured\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eold-vine Chenin, combining honeyed stone and tropical fruit with spice, fynbos lift and a long, opulent but finely balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaapzicht","offers":[{"title":"2024","offer_id":53750421193007,"sku":"KA-CB-19-24","price":139.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/MessageInABottle-Kaapzicht-The1947CheninBlanc2023.png?v=1736052881"},{"product_id":"silverthorn-the-green-man-2022","title":"SILVERTHORN “The Green Man” Cap Classique, Robertson","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Inspiration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn honour of our interconnectedness with nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHalf human, half nature, the Green Man is an ancient mythical figure representing the spirit of the forest, the continuous regeneration of life and the interdependence of all things. He has appeared throughout the ages from as far afield as ancient Babylon, India, Borneo and Nepal, to abbeys and cathedrals all over Europe. He manifests in many forms, most commonly as a semi-human, foliate head, representing the fusion of man and nature. In his modern guise, The Green Man has appeared under a new name – Ecology. It is this spirit, as well as the delicate green hue of Silverthorn's Chardonnay Cap Classique, that inspired winemaker John Loubser to break with the traditional name 'Blanc de Blancs' and personify the wine with the name The Green Man.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThe Green Man was hand harvested in end-January 2022 in the early hours of the morning at 19 degrees balling. The grapes were whole bunch pressed with a very low recovery rate of only 500 litres per ton – this ensures that\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eno bitter tannins are extracted. Fermentation took place in a stainless steel tank at 15 degrees Celsius and 15% was barrel fermented and aged to enhance complexity. Secondary fermentation occurred in the bottle and the wine spent a minimum time of 23 months on the lees after which it was manually riddled and degorged. Total production – 14 000 bottles (750ml) and 800 magnums (1.5l).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilverthorn The Green Man 2022 presents a pale lemon to lemon-green colour, with a fine, persistent bead that gives a very fresh, youthful impression in the glass. The mousse appears delicate and creamy, underscoring a sense of precision and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is bright and focused, driven by citrus notes of lemon and lime alongside crisp green apple and subtle pear. Underneath the primary fruit there are hints of wet stone, gentle herbal tones and a light bread-dough character from lees ageing, adding a discreet savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry, with high, zesty acidity and a fine, creamy mousse that carries flavours of lemon zest, green apple and just-ripe stone fruit. There is a subtle autolytic layer of biscuit and dough, finishing with a long, chalky, slightly saline edge that keeps the wine feeling very precise and gastronomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA taut, citrus-driven Cap Classique, combining bright fruit, fine mousse and a clean, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Silverthorn","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":51111410762031,"sku":"SI-CC-TG-22","price":91.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/GreenMan.png?v=1742271519"},{"product_id":"kaapzicht-steytler-vision-2021","title":"KAAPZICHT “Vision” Cape Blend, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinotage (56%), Cabernet Sauvignon (39%), Merlot (5%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom vines planted between 1995 and 2002, these vines are all unirrigated and planted in low potential soils. Soil types are predominantly Clovelly and Tukulu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese individual varieties are aged and vinified separately before blending and bottling. The grapes are individually inoculated with a biodynamic yeast culture, and fermented on skins until dry. After malo-lactic conversion, the wine is transferred to barrels for ageing. After 20 months in barrel, the blend is carefully selected and bottled under inert conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-colour\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eKaapzicht Steytler Vision 2021 shows a deep ruby to near-opaque core with a youthful purple rim, signalling high concentration and a sizeable Cabernet and Pinotage component. The colour is dense yet bright, indicating ripe skins and careful extraction rather than over-extraction or heaviness.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/kaapzicht.co.za\/wine\/the-steytler-range\/vision\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-nose\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe nose is pronounced and brooding, with generous cassis, blackberries and blueberries layered over dark plum and black cherry. Supporting notes of vanilla, cocoa, pencil shavings and sweet baking spice from new French oak, together with a subtle earthy, inky undertone, give a complex, multi-dimensional aroma profile.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/messageinabottle.sg\/products\/kaapzicht-steytler-vision-2021\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-palate\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry, full-bodied and powerful, delivering dense blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry fruit wrapped in a tightly woven, firmly structured frame. Fine yet grippy tannins, fresh acidity and layered oak notes of vanilla, spice and cocoa drive a long, persistent finish, with clear capacity for 10–15 years of further bottle development.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seckfordagencies.co.uk\/wines\/kaapzicht-steytler-vision\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-whole\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA seriously \u003c\/span\u003econcentrated\u003cspan\u003e Cape Blend, uniting cassis-rich Cabernet and dark, savoury Pinotage in a tightly structured, oak-spiced frame built for long ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"open\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 - 15 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kaapzicht","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":51404107907375,"sku":"KA-BL-VI-21","price":140.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/KaapzichtVision2021.png?v=1749283632"},{"product_id":"boschendal-black-agus-2021","title":"BOSCHENDAL “Black Angus” Bordeaux Blend, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShiraz (61%), Cabernet Sauvignon (28%), Merlot (6%), Cabernet Franc (5%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes were harvested by hand and carefully sorted upon arrival at the cellar to ensure that only the finest quality was vinified. This attention to detail in the harvest is part of what helps create the wine's exceptional quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach variety in the blend is vinified separately using a natural, hands-on approach for optimal varietal expression, extraction, and tannin development. Barrel maturation takes place in a combination of new (34%), second-fill (33%), and third-fill (33%) 300-litre barrels for 14 months. After selecting the best and most balanced barrels, the final blend is assembled and matured for an additional 6–7 months in 5,000-litre foudres to gain further complexity. The wine is bottled unfiltered in Boschendal’s Heritage bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoschendal \"Black Angus\" 2021 mesmerizes with a deep ruby hue, hinting at its richness and layered fruit character.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"Find South African wines\" data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wine.co.za\/wine\/default.aspx?CLIENTID=1053\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe aromatic impression is vivid, with alluring notes of berry and plum woven with winter spice and hints of roast cacao bean. Black cherry and cassis mingle with black pepper and subtle oak spice, creating an invitingly complex bouquet.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.boschendal.com\/products\/boschendal-black-angus-1\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe entry is smooth and rich, revealing sumptuous ripe mulberry, black cherry, and cassis flavours, all etched with black pepper and savoury oak spice. The texture is tremendous: full-bodied, supple, and vibrant, with finely layered fruit concentration and integrated tannins providing a long, moreish finish.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.omtisfinewines.com\/wine\/boschendal-estate-heritage-collection-black-angus-2021\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowerful yet refined, this Shiraz-based blend shows impressive fruit and spice with a textured, persistent finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e10-15 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boschendal","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":52043748376879,"sku":"BO-BL-BA-21","price":110.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/Boschendal-BlackAgus.png?v=1763701183"},{"product_id":"survivor-cellar-master-cabernet-franc-merlot","title":"SURVIVOR “Cellarmaster Series Cab Franc\/Merlot” Bordeaux Blend, Tradouw","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet Franc (85%), Merlot (15%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Making Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"winemaking\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Cabernet Franc and Merlot was given a long cold maceration of 4 days after which they were individually inoculated with a yeast cultivated in Bordeaux. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe extraction methods included 2 punch downs and 2 aerated pump-overs per day until 10°B. 3 closed pump-overs per day followed, until all the sugar was fermented out. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines were then given a 2-week maceration on the skins before being pressed and MLF allowed to complete in tank and transferred later in 2019 into big 400 and 500 liter vats where it lay for 30 months. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Winemaker himself did the final selection, blending and bottling in February 2022 and a mere 2300 bottles were bottled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wine-testing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-colour\"\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eSurvivor Cellar Master Series Cabernet Franc Merlot 2022 presents a deep\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eruby\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecore with inky intensity and a faint garnet rim, indicating concentrated fruit, some evolution and maturation in quality oak.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/vanloveren.co.za\/shop\/SURVIVOR-CELLAR-MASTER-SERIES-CABERNET-FRANC-MERLOT-6-x-750ml-p709944787\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-nose\"\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe nose is pronounced and refined, opening with redcurrant, dried cranberry and red plum, layered with plusher notes of mulberry and black plum that add depth and richness. Subtle cedar, wet slate and earthy tones mingle with sweet spice, leather, rose petals and violets, giving a complex bouquet that marries old-world savouriness with new-world purity of fruit.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.port2port.wine\/wines\/survivor-wines\/cellar-master-series-cabernet-franc-merlot-750ml-2022\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-palate\"\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is dry, full-bodied and firmly structured, with refreshing acidity and fine-grained tannins supporting an intense core of red and black fruits that echo the nose. Flavours of redcurrant, cranberry, plum and mulberry are wrapped in notes of cedar, earth and gentle spice, finishing long with a chalky, mineral-edged mouthfeel that suggests excellent ageing potential.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/winemag.co.za\/wine\/review\/survivor-cellar-master-series-pendulum-2019\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"on-the-whole\"\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA powerful yet polished Bordeaux-style blend, uniting vivid red and black fruit with fine tannins, subtle oak and a long, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Survivor","offers":[{"title":"2022","offer_id":52998273663279,"sku":"SU-BL-CS-22","price":87.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/SurvivorCabFrancMerlot_e26f2fb0-38bd-447d-9a8c-c8bf5ff7fcb8.svg?v=1769072072"},{"product_id":"migliarina-chenin-blanc-2017","title":"MIGLIARINA Chenin Blanc, Stellenbosch","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a single 35–40-year-old bush-vine vineyard in Stellenbosch, yielding about 3 tonnes a hectare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested at 22.5–23° Balling and chilled overnight before whole-bunch pressing. After cold settling, the juice was naturally fermented in untoasted barrels and left on its fine lees for 9 months, with no malolactic fermentation and no filtration. Bottled on 20 November 2017; only 2,830 bottles were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight yellow with a tinge of green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemon biscuit, vanilla pod spice, dusty yellow apple, aniseed and pineapple confit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerous fruit with natural acidity and a long, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare, mature, barrel-fermented Stellenbosch Chenin from old bush vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Migliarina","offers":[{"title":"2017","offer_id":53993594552623,"sku":"MG-CB-CB-17","price":107.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/Migliarina-CheninBlanc.png?v=1784020844"},{"product_id":"piekenierskloof-wines-cinsault","title":"PIEKENIERSKLOOF WINE CO “Old Vine Cinsault” Cinsault, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"grapes-varieties-box\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Cinsault (Ungrafted bush vines)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method \u0026amp; Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrapes were handpicked early in the morning, 30% whole bunch grapes were added to destemmed grapes and cold soaked for 24 hours in open foudres. Fermentation was initiated with selected yeast strains and kept under 22°C. Malolactic fermentation completed in tank. The wine was matured for 8 months in older 500L French oak barrels before being bottled and matured in bottle before being released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv lang=\"en\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-2\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\" class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-colour\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe Heidedal Old Vine Cinsault shows a surprisingly deep, vibrant red for the variety, with good intensity and concentration.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-nose\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe nose is aromatic and welcoming, with sweet red-fruit notes of cherry and raspberry at the core. These are layered with savoury hints of black olive, a touch of dark spice and a faint floral lift, adding complexity without heaviness.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"on-the-palate\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eOn the palate the wine is elegant yet full-flavoured, with a velvety texture and fine, slightly dusty tannins. Bright red fruit carries through alongside the olive and spice notes, supported by fresh acidity that leads to a long, lingering finish with a subtle fynbos nuance.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/wineandculture.net\/2024\/01\/31\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-cinsault-2022\/\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"on-the-whole\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAn elegant, old-vine Cinsault: fragrant with red berries, cherry and savoury olive, shaped by fine tannins and fresh acidity into a long, refined finish.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/piekenierskloof-heidedal-old-vine-cinsault\/w\/8675362\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"open\" class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piekenierskloof Wines","offers":[{"title":"2025","offer_id":58159389081903,"sku":"PW-CI-OV-25","price":108.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/PiekenierskloofCinsault.jpg?v=1783742749"},{"product_id":"neil-ellis-grenache","title":"NEIL ELLIS Grenache, Piekenierskloof","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Grenache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom South Africa's oldest Grenache vineyard, planted in 1966: dry-farmed, ungrafted bush vines on Table Mountain sandstone in the Piekenierskloof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Method and Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented in stainless steel with punch-downs; malolactic fermentation completed in barrel. Aged for about 14 months in 500 L French oak puncheons (25% new).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Tasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, light red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed cherries, currants and strawberries with perfumed, violet-like aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh red berries and sour cherries, fine tannins and a touch of creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn elegant, well-balanced Grenache from the country's oldest vines of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Neil Ellis","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":58256700539183,"sku":"NE-GR-GP-21","price":85.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/NEILELLISGrenache.jpg?v=1794091942"},{"product_id":"rebel-rebel-cinsault-methode-ancestrale-2025","title":"REBEL REBEL Cinsault-Verdelho, Stellenbosch","description":"","brand":"REBEL REBEL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58510684193071,"sku":"RR-MA-CI-25","price":52.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/REBELREBELCinsault-Verdelho2025.jpg?v=1794091682"},{"product_id":"pieter-ferreira-cape-classique-birdsong-extra-brut-2023","title":"PIETER FERREIRA “Birdsong Extra Brut” Cap Classique, Western Cape","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eChardonnay (71%), Pinot Noir (29%)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlend composition may vary from vintage to vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePale lemon with a light straw cast, clear and bright, with a fine, persistent mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn the nose\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean and expressive. Citrus blossom and white floral notes lead, with grapefruit alongside, and pomegranate and red cherry add a red-fruit lift. Subtle brioche adds a gentle autolytic note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn the palate\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry, with bright, energetic acidity that carries saline notes of seaweed and oyster shell through the mid-palate. The texture is fine and the mousse delicate. The finish is long and persistent, with ripe red fruit and gentle brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn the whole\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA precise, saline Cap Classique with red-fruit lift, delicious now and rewarding with short-to-medium ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pieter Ferreira","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":58630909067567,"sku":"PF-CC-BE-23","price":81.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/8975\/9023\/files\/PIETERFERREIRA_BirdsongExtraBrut_CapClassique_2a594b83-f3ca-4690-afa7-d58986a63d3f.png?v=1791693239"}],"url":"https:\/\/messageinabottle.sg\/collections\/the-grape-escape-2027.oembed","provider":"Message In A Bottle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}