What makes Simonsig Woolworths Exclusive Selection Pinot Noir Rosé (previously labelled “Limited Release”) notable is that it has no added sulphur (R89.95 a bottle). I’ve found previous vintages have shown too much oxidative character but the … [Read more...]
Amorim Cap Classique Challenge 2012 results
September 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The results of the Amorim Cap Classique Challenge 2012 results were announced earlier today. My scores and tasting notes were as follows: Best Rosé J.C. Le Roux Pinot Noir 2008 Score: 15.5/20 Pale pink in colour. Vague red fruit note on nose … [Read more...]
Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition 2012 winners
August 31, 2012 by 7 Comments
The official list of winners of the 16th annual Absa Top 10 competition is as follows: Altydgedacht 2011 Diemersdal 2011 Durbanville Hills Rhinofields 2011 Painted Wolf Guillermo 2009 Rijks Private Cellar 2008 Simonsig Redhill 2010 Spier … [Read more...]
Simonsig Tiara 2005
June 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Maiden vintage of Tiara, the Bordeaux-style red blend from Stellenbosch property Simonsig, was 1991 so this wine is just shy of two decades. The current 2009 (R175 a bottle) sees Malbec introduced for the first time, the blend comprising 76% … [Read more...]
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2010
May 23, 2012 by 1 Comment
Canapé lunch prepared by the Cape Grace hotel today to “rub shoulders” with the “world renowned celebrity chefs” appearing at the Good Food and Wine Show happening at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from tomorrow until … [Read more...]
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2005 (magnum)
April 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A magnum of Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2005 at the weekend proved outstanding, as good as local bottle-fermented sparkling wine gets – attractive yeasty, leesy aromas and flavours to with good fruit expression, a fine mousse and bright acidity. Really … [Read more...]
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