Cape Circle
Mullineux Family Wines
Swartland Syrah 2023
Deep cherry red with violet. Black pepper. Blueberry blackberry leather nutmeg clove
Fruitiness M+ Sweetness M Acidity M Tannin M+ Soft Bitterness M Body M+ Finish M 14% Elegant but Concentrated Robust Mullineux Family Wines Swartland Syrah 23 @6160, AD, 251225 — 5 months ago
Alheit Vineyards
Cartology Bushvines Chenin Blanc Blend
Выпито третьим вином на этой дегустации . 2023 год. — 6 months ago
Kanonkop Estate
Kadette Stellenbosch Pinotage Blend 2024
Majestic - really nice, a little different. Quite strong — a year ago
Cape Mentelle
Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc - Sémillon Blend 2018
Brilliant silver-straw. Lime zest, honeysuckle, succulent herbs and chalky minerals on the incisive nose. Dry, tightly focused and lithe on the palate, offering intense citrus and orchard fruit flavors that reveal a hint of waxiness and a refreshingly bitter quinine note. Shows a delicate touch and finishes clean, nervy and quite long, with resonating mineral character and a hint of lemon thyme. (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, July 2021)
— 5 years ago
A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines
Secateurs Swartland Chenin Blanc
This was fantastic honey, apple, waxy, and mineral all for less than 20 dollars — 6 months ago
Graham Beck
Méthode Cap Classique Brut Rosé
Light, crisp, bubbly and delicious. Tart green apple acidity and a long apple skin finish. Maybe our last bottle of this until we get to South Africa, so what a better way to celebrate our amazing Hawaiian adventure 🏝️🥰 — 10 months ago
Spice Route
Chakalaka Red Blend
Nice and spicy... — 5 years ago
Cape Mentelle
Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon
No harm in that — 4 months ago
A.A. Badenhorst Family Wines
Swartland Red Rhone Blend 2015
Delish and interesting. — 4 months ago
Meerlust
Rubicon Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2017
Vintage 2017 | magnum | well developed rounded Cabernet Sauvignon — 4 months ago
Sadie Family
Palladius Swartland White Blend 2011
Vintage 2018 | paired with turkey cream sauce — 5 months ago
Cederberg
Bukettraube 2013
Touch of sweetness at first glance, perish and strong sensation after taste — 3 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Raats — Original Chenin Blanc 2023 Stellenbosch, South Africa 🇿🇦
Overview An approachable, unoaked Chenin Blanc from Stellenbosch, delivering expressive aromatics, bright natural acidity, and effortless drinkability. Crafted in a clean, purity-driven style, this wine highlights Chenin’s fruit clarity and freshness rather than oak influence, making it an easygoing yet polished crowd pleaser.
Aromas & Flavors Fresh melon, ripe pear, subtle citrus peel, and gentle tropical notes lead the nose. On the palate, juicy stone fruit and honeydew glide alongside light floral tones, finishing with clean citrus lift and refreshing clarity.
Mouthfeel Light-to-medium bodied, supple, and silky with crisp acidity keeping everything lively and balanced. Smooth texture without weight or heaviness, making it dangerously easy to enjoy by the glass.
Food Pairings Grilled chicken or shrimp skewers. Fresh salads with citrus vinaigrette. Sushi or ceviche. Soft cheeses and light antipasti. Perfect as an aperitif.
Verdict A joyful, highly drinkable Chenin Blanc that delivers aromatic charm, freshness, and balance without trying to overcomplicate things. A reliable crowd favorite that showcases why South Africa continues to shine with Chenin.
Did You Know? South Africa is the world’s largest producer of Chenin Blanc, where the grape is historically known as Steen. It thrives in the Cape’s sunshine and cooling maritime influences, allowing producers like Raats to craft styles ranging from crisp and approachable to world-class age-worthy bottlings.
🍷 Personal Pick This is pure “easy pleasure” wine, aromatic, refreshing, and endlessly drinkable. Perfect for casual gatherings, warm afternoons, and effortless sipping when you want quality without overthinking the glass. — 4 months ago