Tangerine. mango, ripe and salted melon, grilled peaches and a touch of graham cracker crust are generous at the core. Lemon cheesecake and notes of lemon verbena linger on a finish that gets increasingly juicy. Drink now through 2036. 289 cases made.

Dynamic and rich with tension, this red opens with deep tones of black cherry and dark berries that open to hints of tarragon, black olive and spices as this persists toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2035.

Gracefully structured and refined, with expressive pear and apple flavors that are laced with honeydew and spice notes. Drink now.

Graham Weerts is a Chardonnay wizard, but he can also apply his considerable talents to Chenin Blanc. This comes from three old-vine parcels on Adi Badenhorst’s Kalmoesfontein farm, with fermentation and ageing in concrete eggs, ceramic pots and older wood. Leesy and intense, has layers of thatch, yellow apple and citrus, a hint of subtle reduction and some underlying granitic grip.

Silene is a well-judged assemblage of Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, all sourced from the Helderberg. The 30% new oak is deftly integrated here, adding scents of coffee bean and cedarwood to a palate of tarragon and blackcurrant complemented by hints of graphite and green herbs. Good now but will reward a degree of patience. 

Medium-full colour, gold with a brassy tint. The bouquet is showing early maturity, with toasty development and baked lemon pudding aromas, the palate full and rich, concentrated and ample, with abundant phenolics imparting grip and a hint of bitterness. Full of flavour and personality, it would make the most sense when served with food. 08 Jul 2026

Medium-full red with a faint trace of purple in the meniscus; the bouquet of dry earthy nuances and a hint of cherry cough lolly is reticent while the palate is drying and sinewy, like a tightly closed fist, and there's a sense that it's hiding some of its goodies. Can be enjoyed now but come back later for the full benefit. 15 Jul 2026

Lush and fruity, showing plums and black cherries, slightly reductive, with a whiff of violets and subtle spices. Medium-bodied with a supple attack as well as firm, somewhat dusty tannins and long, juicy acidity. Drink or hold.

Disgorged in March 2025, the NV Gran Moraine Brut Rose is mainly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with a dash of Pinot Meunier. It is refined and sleek on the mouth with a smooth mousse. Delicate cranberry and salmonberry fruits collide with copious minerals and sourdough bread accents on the palate. Showing excellent length, enjoy now and over the next eight to ten years. Drink 2026-2034

The 2023 Pinot Noir Telluric blends wild blueberries and plum with sweet herbs and nuances of autumnal spice. It's more savory and lifted on the palate, with silken textures and polished red berry fruit. This finishes with hints of Earl Grey and a coating of fine tannins as an air of licorice fades.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Estate entices with a whiff of sweet sage and dusty stone that gives way to dried strawberries. It is juicy to the core, with depths of ripe red and blue fruits that slowly saturate the palate. A citrus twang pinches at the cheeks as licorice mingles with fine tannins through the long, lightly structured finish.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Estate entices with a whiff of sweet sage and dusty stone that gives way to dried strawberries. It is juicy to the core, with depths of ripe red and blue fruits that slowly saturate the palate. A citrus twang pinches at the cheeks as licorice mingles with fine tannins through the long, lightly structured finish.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Zena Crown Vineyard reveals a florist's shop bouquet of rose petals, geraniums, cedary spices and dried strawberries. The palate is bright and focused, with a cascade of ripe red berry fruit and perfumed violet tones over a stream of lively acidity. It finishes long and structured, with a pop of residual acidity that maintains freshness.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Estate is airy and fresh with vivid strawberry and sweet herbal tones wafting from the glass. Lifted and spry, it sweeps across the palate with bright red berry fruit and sweet spices. A web of fine tannins frames the finale, leaving a gentle mineral tinge and hints of lavender to fade.

The 2025 Sauvignon Blanc Willamette Valley mixes oregano and rosemary with lemon-laced green melon to form an enticing bouquet. This is soothingly round and supple on the palate, with cooling acidity and pure white pit fruits elevated by a candied citrus tinge. It cleans up nicely on the finish, leaving a tart lime twang and nuances of spice.

Crystal clear straw green color. Fresh green pineapple with a touch of smoked cream and melon. Slightly creamy and mineral at the same time on the palate, with a medium-bodied, lightly phenolic and long finish. Supple, medium acidity offers enough freshness. 250 cases. Drink now.

Punchy aromas of fresh berry and tart cherry mingle with rose petal, black tea, and cola spice on the nose of this wine. The palate is rich and sultry, with broad tannin, juicy acidity, and flavors of dusty Bing cherry, cocoa powder, roasted mushroom, cedar, floral potpourri, and star anise along the finish.

Earthy notes of blackberry tea and marjoram are flanked by a savory note similar to meat grilling over open coals. Thanks to a combination of lively acidity, fine-grained tannins, and a juicy mouthfeel, these damson plum, anise, and sage flavors feel like they surfing a wave, cowabunga-style. I would like to match this wine with a nice bowl of mushroom soup.

An extroverted style, with a burst of blackberry and black cherry compote flavors that’s fresh and energetic, while ink and salted licorice snap notes underscore the finish. Vivid and built in an accessible manner. A fun wine. Drink now through 2028. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 75 cases made.

This Cabernet Sauvignon begins with earthy notes that lead to a savory palate, where balanced flavors of blackberry jam and hints of oak spice blend to create a flavorful character. Layers of dried herbs emerge on the satisfying, peppery finish. Sovereign Wine Imports.

Lush and fruity, showing plums and black cherries, slightly reductive, with a whiff of violets and subtle spices. Medium-bodied with a supple attack as well as firm, somewhat dusty tannins and long, juicy acidity. Drink or hold.

Oyster shell, honeydew rind, lime candy, and grass aromas make for a complex, zesty nose on this bottling. The palate is zippy and grassy as well, almost like a Sauv Blanc, showing brisk lime zest flavors. 

The 2022 Windracer SeaLift Vineyard Pinot Noir from the West Sonoma Coast shows a medium to dark blue ruby core edged by a neon pink rim, with aromas of dried violets, blue plum, macerated strawberries, juniper berries, and a touch of cedary herbs rising vividly from the glass. The palate carries generous blue fruit and tangerine oil notes supported by fine-grained tannins and moderate plus acidity, creating a balanced, expressive finish

The 2023 Siduri SeaLift Vineyard Pinot Noir from the West Sonoma Coast was aged for 14 months in 10% new French oak and reveals a brooding yet elegant personality. Scents of red currant, wild blueberry, and dried sage drift from the glass alongside hints of crushed stone and subtle cinnamon bark. The palate is bold and structured, showing layers of dark raspberry, plum compote, and earthy undertones that unfold with firm but refined tannins. Notes of clove and cocoa linger as the wine tapers to a smooth, savory finish. 154 cases made.

The 2024 Siduri Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley opens with supple poise, its ruby hue leading into notes of mountain blueberry, red currant, crushed thyme, violet flower, and a flicker of white pepper. Medium-bodied and finely shaped, this Pinot carries a savory, lifted freshness through gracious fruit, delicate herbal tension, and a brisk, composed finish.