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This would make a fantastic Sunday lunch wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vergelegen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37255788757167,"sku":"","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/files\/A8ED2AAA-BF45-4EDD-87BC-3BB5668D2C9C.jpg?v=1780053525"},{"product_id":"2022-bouchard-finlayson-galpin-peak-walker-bay","title":"2022 Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Walker Bay","description":"\u003cp\u003eTop class Pinot Noir from one of our favourite estates. The wine spends 11 month in oak. 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The wine is Stellenbosch in origin, with 85% Cabernet Sauvignon from Bellevue and Merlot from Hartenberg. \u003c\/span\u003e Dark plum red in colour with aromas of blackcurrant and dark cherry fruit, with hints of cedar wood and tobacco leaf, underpinned by vanilla oak and a savoury black olive and five spice character.  Juicy black cherry and blackcurrant flavours on the palate leading to a textured dry savoury mid-palate and a long finish with a perfectly balanced acidity. The tannins are firm and dry yet elegant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miles Mossop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37900560040111,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/files\/695A5856-C43F-41D9-BB6B-822AF27C629B.jpg?v=1699532211"},{"product_id":"2022-cape-chamonix-pinot-noir-reserve","title":"2022 Cape Chamonix Pinot Noir Reserve","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chamonix Pinot Noir Reserve shows a ruby red colour, with notes of cherry, wild red berries, crushed black pepper and violets on the nose. Although firm in structure and intense in flavour, textures are mellow and round, expanding with time to extraordinary opulence and length on the palate. It should reach its prime in about 5-8 years after release.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Cape Chamonix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39642800521391,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_9b0c7be6-5292-4837-9133-5b0ae2971ee9.jpg?v=1634640985"},{"product_id":"2023-kleine-zalze-family-reserve-chenin-blanc","title":"2023 Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Chenin Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\" id=\"page3R_mcid18\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 450.128px; top: 907.908px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.841259);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe flagship wine of Kleine Zalze, the grapes for Family Reserve range are selected from exceptional quality single vineyards. The Family Reserve Chenin Blanc is crafted from three different old vine vineyards and soils to give complexity to the wine. White flowers and quince with hints of minerality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 732.208px; top: 907.908px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.83083);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eleading to stone fruit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 450.128px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.876);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eflavo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 476.816px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif;\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 483.536px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.879543);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ers supported by well\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 595.12px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif;\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 599.344px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.8688);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eintegrated oak. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 685.936px; top: 924.42px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.880701);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnjoy now or mature up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\" id=\"page3R_mcid19\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 450.128px; top: 941.124px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.877143);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e15 years at optimum storage conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"markedContent\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"left: 450.128px; top: 941.124px; font-size: 14.4px; font-family: sans-serif; transform: scaleX(0.877143);\" dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese wines are available only in exceptional years and in limited quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kleine Zalze","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40038230098095,"sku":null,"price":23.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_0ec0fb48-4e3c-452d-8e45-ec5f2e4feb9d.jpg?v=1779973345"},{"product_id":"2020-taaibosch-cresendo","title":"2020 Taaibosch Crescendo","description":"Taaibosch vineyard is situated at the foot of the Helderberg mountains with views stretching over to Table Mountain and Stellenbosch. The Cresendo is a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Bordeaux blend dominated by Cabernet franc, amplified by Merlot and complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/span\u003e Elegant flavours and notes of white pepper, cloves and red berries give the wine fantastic aromas.","brand":"Taaibosch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40283646427311,"sku":null,"price":31.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_6192f580-bfc6-48a3-adbf-ec060d86ebfd.jpg?v=1657622764"},{"product_id":"2020-kaapzicht-the1947-chenin-blanc","title":"2022 Kaapzicht The 1947 Chenin Blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom old bush vines planted in 1947 , making it the second oldest block of Chenin in South Africa.  The aromatics are super complex and spicy with notes of wet straw, dusty white citrus, honeyed yellow peaches, and ripe pineapple. There is such focused depth, full-bodied plump texture and complexity with fabulous nuances of tangerine peel, lychee concentrate and a honeyed intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kaapzicht Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40606348542127,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_027b4766-ad49-4485-9d7c-699ee633891b.jpg?v=1779451573"},{"product_id":"2019-alheait-lost-and-found","title":"2019 Alheit Vineyards 'Lost and Found' Hanepoot (Muscat of Alexandria)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat a wine!!!! choked full of apricots and marmalade. It tastes lush, silky (as thick as engine oil) and despite its 450+grams of residual sugar it has a lovely acidity keeping the wine on track and fresh. Although totally decadent now this wine will keep for decades. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alheit Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42602907795689,"sku":"","price":75.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_47fd332a-0cb1-40f3-9f7f-5118f1539ca9.jpg?v=1649780073"},{"product_id":"2022-steenberg-merlot","title":"2022 Steenberg Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn elegant full bodied wine with soft red fruit. With 18 months in French oak it has characteristic notes of vanilla, cedar and clove. 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Of the resulting wine only the best barrels are used in the final blend prior to stabilisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe nose is expressive with notes of fresh citrus fruit with ripe melon and hints of oak in the background. The palate of the wine is an exciting combination of citrus fruit, a charming salinity and hints of oak in the background. A very elegant and long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Cluver","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43165850861801,"sku":null,"price":68.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2354\/9604\/products\/image_321c4522-5321-4e13-8322-60275d3854f1.jpg?v=1779451811"},{"product_id":"2023kaapzicht-kliprug-chenin-blanc","title":"2023 Kaapzicht Kliprug Chenin Blanc","description":"What a cracker! 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