I’m a nana for taking so long to pick up this wine. And after a run of sub par, low intensity wines, this Wolf & Woman Chenin Blanc was an… Read More
Wolf & Woman Chenin Blanc 2021
Tag: swartland
The Blacksmith Helix 2020
An ode to Sémillon… In light of the scandalous lack of Aussie Semillon in this country, and my mild disappointment when I finally tasted a sound Aussie example, I thought… Read More
City on the Hill Muscat d’Alexandrie 2020
Insert praise hands 🙌🏾, deep nods, and a big grin. This is Muscat is Mother Trucking delicious (I was recently reprimanded for cussing so I’m trying ).
Spice Route Chakalaka 2018
First bottled in 2007, so I’m sure you’ve all seen this wine. But I honestly only just learned that Chalalaka is a Zulu word implying ‘togetherness’! 11 official languages…that’s all… Read More
Thorngrove Wines
One of the most noticeable things about Thorngrove, aside from the lovely wines, is the wonderful attention to detail and how the wines tell the story of the winemaker’s heritage.… Read More
David & Nadia Pinotage 2018
I think we all agree that great wine starts in the vineyards, right? With their focus on ‘organic, old and dry land bush-vine vineyards from different areas with different soil… Read More
Kunye Syrah 2019
Of the two wines, the Syrah had me most concerned. I hadn’t fallen in love with it when we tasted the first samples. Spoiler alert…it’s now my favourite of the… Read More
Kunye Chenin Blanc 2020
This is feels strange to be writing about something that is so loaded with expectation. Not just my own expectations, but Cassidy’s, friend’s and family member’s too. People who’ve supported… Read More