We truly believe our wines are fantastic, but you already knew that – we wouldn’t sell them if we didn’t!

That said, it is always nice when someone else recognises the quality in our portfolio, even better when they write a lovely review in the press to tell everyone about it…

Here’s a round-up of what they’ve been saying about us this last month!

Henners Native Grace Barrel Chardonnay 2022; Appealing oak spice and roasted nuts. Spiced caramel on the nose, fresh acidity with good, stylish and long lasting fruit.  94 Pts English & Welsh still wines: Panel tasting Decanter (Sept 24)

Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, WO Stellenbosch 2021; Tighter than the exuberant, ultra-perfumed 2020 was at the same stage perhaps, but this is another very impressive Reserve bottling from Christo Le Riche. Partnering grapes from seven blocks, it includes components from the lower Helderberg, the Simonsberg and the Jonkershoek Valley. Dense and deeply coloured, with 72% new wood, damson, fig and blackcurrant flavours and the concentration to age. 97 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Waterkloof Boreas, WO Stellenbosch 2020; “A wine we’ve always wanted to make” is how Nadia Langenegger describes this beautifully balanced, refined Stellenbosch cuvée of Merlot with 33% Cabernet Franc, 19% Petit Verdot and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon. Fresh, floral and detailed, it has sculpted tannins, capsicum, red berry and blackcurrant flavours, rose petal top notes and stylish, deftly judged 94 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Daschbosch Avon Clairette Blanche, WO Breedekloof 2023:  A wine that deserves to be better known, this outstanding – and rare – Clairette Blanche comes from a 0.2-hectare parcel planted in 1977. Layered, textured and leesy, it’s exotic yet fresh at the same time, with peach and passion fruit flavours, lots of grip and tension and zesty, mineral-etched finish. 93 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Daschbosch Mossiesdrift Steen, WO Breedekloof 2023: Jaco van Niekerk is doing great things at Daschbosch, exemplified by the quality of this old vine Chenin Blanc from a parcel planted in 1962. Perfumed and subtly wooded, it has a nice interplay between citrus and stone fruit flavours, with an undertone of stony reduction and some appealing patisserie sweetness. 93 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Waterkloof Sauvignon Blanc, WO Stellenbosch 2023; This superb Sauvignon Blanc comes from one of the highest blocks at Waterkloof, located at 380 metres. Barrel fermented in older oak, with full malolactic, it has top notes of fennel, fynbos and petrichor and a layered palate of lime, gooseberry and passion fruit. 93 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Le Riche Cabernet Sauvignon, WO Stellenbosch 2022; The straight Le Riche Cabernet will be ready to drink before the 2021, but it’s still a wine that will reward cellaring for a while yet. Reflecting the warmer vintage, it’s a floral, forward, pan-Stellenbosch blend with appealing Asian spice and graphite aromas, supple bramble and red berry fruit, fine tannins and a spine of acidity. 93 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Circumstance Sauvignon Blanc, WO Stellenbosch; The wind-blasted slopes of the Schaapenberg are one of the best sites for Sauvignon Blanc in South Africa, producing small crops of intensely flavoured berries. Fermented in older French oak, this is nettley, tangy and zippy, with undertones of salt and umami and a core of lime and wet stones. 92 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Circle of Life White, WO Stellenbosch 2023; The Circle of Life White is a co-fermented blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Semillon from two very windy parcels on the dramatic Waterkloof estate. Straw, jasmine and chamomile aromas are complemented by a palate of citrus, gooseberry and stone fruit flavours, tangy minerality and a dab of oak. 92 Pts Tim Atkin, South Africa Special report 2024

Fuenteseca Macabeo Sauvignon Blanc, DO Utiel-Requena [Organic] 2023; Notes of pears, yellow cherries, lemon peel and white blossoms. Medium-bodied, bright and juicy, with good fruit concentration and a flavourful finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now. 90pts James Suckling.com

Uggiano Governo, Toscano IGT 2022; A smooth and juicy red with ripe red and dark fruit character and spicy complexity. Medium-bodied, polished and velvety, with a fine, even aftertaste. Nicely shaped and balanced. Drink now or hold. 91pts JamesSuckling.com

Uggiano Roccialta Riserva, Chianti DOCG 2021; This is a pretty red, fruity and fresh, with red cherries, raspberries and hints of blood oranges and star anise. Juicy and mouthwatering, with a medium body and a fine, silky texture. Sleek and seductive, showing freshness and poise. Drink now. 90pts JamesSuckling.com

Coterie by Wildeberg Cabernet Franc Malbec, WO Coastal Region 2022; A creamy, layered and flavorful red that has notes of cherries, plums, rosemary, coffee beans, chocolate and oranges on the nose. Caressing and full-bodied yet fresh, with supple tannins and delicious spice notes lingering. 92 Pts James Suckling, 20th August 

Wildeberg Red, WO Franschhoek 2022; Raspberries, currants, mocha and grilled herbs on the nose. Earthy freshness. It’s medium-bodied with firm, chewy tannins and a wild finish. 92 Pts James Suckling, 20th August 

Coterie by Wildeberg Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc, WO Coastal Region 2022; Nicely complex aromas here with dried spices and cardamom mingling with flint, apricots and lemon curd. Creamy and spicy, with a medium to full body and a vivid and lively finish. 92 Pts James Suckling, 20th August 

Tabalí Tatié Brut, DO Valle de Limarí NV; Refined and elegant, with complex aromas of toasted brioche, hazelnuts and cheese rind. In the mouth, tangerine, quince, cassis, fresh herbs, butter and a mineral finish. 91 Pts Sparkling wines of the Americas  Decanter (Sept 24)

Tabalí Tatié Extra Brut Rosé, DO Valle de Limarí NV; Peach, redcurrant and cherry fruits on the nose, then vibrant and fresh on the palare with red apple, pear, cassis and red cherry. Elegant, with a fine mousse and ingering acidity. 90 Pts Sparkling wines of the Americas  Decanter (Sept 24)

Línea Kármán Rioja Clarete, DOCa Rioja 2023; Smoky oak, tart apple acidity, and a hint of barrel-fermented white wine. Wild acidity, energetic with contrast. Creamy, brioche-style with rhubarb custard, roasted nuts and savoury, vibrant red and black cherry fruit and a ping of red cherry on the finish. 90 Pts Spanish rosado & clarete: Panel tasting, Decanter (Sept 24)