Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Warwick Estate from South Africa. 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 32% Pinotage: Each component of this Cape blend offers its own qualities. This vintage shows an explosion of fruit on the nose which is largely attributable to the Pinotage component. The Pinotage is soft and sweet while the Merlot offers a subtle spiciness. The Cabernet Sauvignon is the backbone of the blend. Ripe tannins with an innate softness that will mature with cellaring. Full on the palate with a sweetness on the finish. This blend brings the best of Pinotage to the classic French varieties.

Red Wine by Vergelegen from South Africa. Bold but balanced, rustic but poised, this assertive Bordeaux blend has an appealing nose of plum, mocha and pepper. The flavors of mint, berry and spice are full and lingering, and the tannins are firm but elegant. A beautful wine with real aging potential, and further proof that Vergelegen is a leader in South African wines. Wine Enthusiast 90 Points

Red Wine by Iona from South Africa. A supple and elegant blend with exuberant dark berry fruits, good natural acidity and wellintegrated, balanced oak. Classic and refined in style. Iona's red wines are produced in limited quantities and the cool climate results in wines that are more Bordeaux in style than New World have beautifully balanced acids and red fruits. Blend: 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Red Wine by Warwick Estate from South Africa. Blend: 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 26% Pinotage Each component of this Cape blend offers its own qualities. This vintage shows an explosion of fruit on the nose which is largely attributable to the Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage components. The Pinotage is soft and sweet while the Merlot offers a subtle spiciness. The Cabernet Sauvignon is the backbone of the blend. Ripe tannins with an innate softness that will mature with cellaring. Full on the palate with a sweetness on the finish. This blend brings the best of Pinotage to the classic French varieties. Food recommendations: Serve with a spicy tomato stew made with sun-ripened tomatoes or black mushroom risotto.

Red Wine by Kanonkop from South Africa. A blend of Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. A full bodied dry red wine with concentrated berry, cherry, banana and fruit flavors with a spicy finish. Food suggestion: Meat, pasta and spicy dishes.

Red Wine by Guardian Peak from South Africa. Bouquet: The complex aroma of the delicious wine is dominated by the red berry flavours and supported by some cedar, vanilla spice from the barrels. The cumin spice, almond and candy floss also complement the aroma of the wine. Palate: The aroma of red berries and plum follows through onto the palate. Dark chocolate, mocha and fruit cake fruit flavours enchant the mid-palate complemented by a spicy oak finish. The elegant tannin structure ensures a juicy mouth feel. Impression: The three varietals each contribute unique flavours and character to the wine to make this a wonderful drinking experience. The wine will mature and soften beautifully over the next 5 years. Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 47%, Shiraz 41%, Merlot 12%

Red Wine by Guardian Peak from South Africa. Bouquet: The complex aroma of the delicious wine is dominated by the red berry flavours and supported by some cedar, vanilla spice from the barrels. The cumin spice, almond and candy floss also complement the aroma of the wine. Palate: The aroma of red berries and plum follows through onto the palate. Dark chocolate, mocha and fruit cake fruit flavours enchant the mid-palate complemented by a spicy oak finish. The elegant tannin structure ensures a juicy mouth feel. Impression: The three varietals each contribute unique flavours and character to the wine to make this a wonderful drinking experience. The wine will mature and soften beautifully over the next 5 years. Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 47%, Shiraz 41%, Merlot 12%