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Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings
With roots in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ and the oak forest of Argonne since 1625, Henri Giraud is the oldest family-owned Champagne house in existence. Their wines are some of the rarest and most sought after on the planet. Their luxury MV 20 Fut de Chêne cuvée is a ‘fabulous’ (Vinous) blend of 80% Pinot Noir and […] The post Henri Giraud’s Grand Crus from Aÿ: The Champagne of Kings appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior20 viewsallinternational-winesantonio-galloniargonneargonne-forestay - news
Jaw-dropping David & Nadia 2025
These are some of the finest white wines we have tasted this year. David and Nadia are not only masters of Chenin but also of their beloved Swartland region, and it’s impossible to overstate the outstanding quality of their 2025s. A step up from any previous release, these wines represent the best of old-vine Chenin […] The post Jaw-dropping David & Nadia 2025 appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell18 viewsalllocal-wineschristian-eedesdavid-nadia-aristargos-2025david-nadia-chenin-blanc-2025david-nadia-elpidios-2024 - news
Superb Tuscans from Querciabella
In the mood for ‘gorgeous, screaming value, tremendous quality and classy, polished wines’ (Vinous)? Then look no further than these delicious reds from one of Tuscany’s elite producers, Querciabella. The legendary Camartina is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese, and since 1981, the estate’s signature Super Tuscan. Blue and red fruit, violets, dried herbs and graphite wrap around […] The post Superb Tuscans from Querciabella appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior17 viewsallinternational-winesantonio-gallonicabernet-franccabernet-sauvignondecanter - news
Sadie Family Columella and Palladius: The apex of fine wine in South Africa
The Swartland is the largest fine wine district in the world, according to Eben Sadie, covering almost 990 000 ha. Eben’s ambition for these two signature wines is to communicate the soul of this vast terroir. An epiphany whilst blending the 2010 Columella prompted them to ‘move away from the concept of perfection to the notion […] The post Sadie Family Columella and Palladius: The apex of fine wine in South Africa appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by James Pietersen16 viewsalllocal-wineseben-sadiesadie-family-columella-2024sadie-family-palladius-2024sadie-family-wines - news
Mvemve Raats: South Africa’s greatest wines
The MR de Compostella 2023 is a wine of seamless complexity and power. It stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s finest Bordeaux blends and represents the pinnacle of what Stellenbosch can produce. After last week’s successful tastings in Cape Town and Johannesburg, we secured a few more cases of these exceptional wines. More than a decade […] The post Mvemve Raats: South Africa’s greatest wines appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell13 viewsalllocal-winesbordeaux-blendburgundycabernet-franccabernet-sauvignon - news
Cahors – Malbec’s historic and spiritual home
The perfect winter warmer has arrived. Château de Chambert’s Grand Vin 2017 is from an estate with over a millennium of history in Cahors, the famed home of Malbec in south-west France. Compared to Argentinian Malbecs, French Malbec is denser and darker, with a muscular frame, vibrant acidity and super-fine tannins. In recent years, ‘a wave […] The post Cahors – Malbec’s historic and spiritual home appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior15 viewsallinternational-winesargentinian-malbeccahorschateau-de-chambertchateau-de-chambert-grand-vin-de-chambert-2017 - news
Exclusive: Château Beauséjour – Saint-Émilion at its finest
Exclusive to Brice & Burnett, we’re delighted to bring you a special selection of wines from Château Beauséjour – a Premier Grand Cru Classé B in Saint-Émilion famed for its terroir and panoramic beauty. In the vast ocean of wines that make up Bordeaux, Beauséjour has to be among the finest. We’ve secured a string […] The post Exclusive: Château Beauséjour – Saint-Émilion at its finest appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan15 viewsallen-primeurinternational-winesangelusbordeauxchampagne - news
Torre de Oña and their show-stopping modern Riojas
Torre de Oña is among the most exciting projects coming out of Rioja Alavesa – a sub-region that’s ‘home of some of Spain’s most creative winemakers’ (Decanter). Their flagship red, Finca Martelo Reserva, is only released in exceptional years and the 2019 is elegant and expressive. It shows intense layers of red, blue and purple fruit along with […] The post Torre de Oña and their show-stopping modern Riojas appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis21 viewsallinternational-winesdecantergarnachahelena-nicklinjoaquin-hidalgo - news
96pt Keet First Verse 2022: ‘A wine of impeccable balance’ (CE)
When you think of the greatest wines coming out of Stellenbosch today, Keet First Verse has to be among them. Few producers devote themselves to a single wine, but this is Chris Keet’s pursuit of perfection. The 2022 offers pure hedonistic enjoyment. With 96 points from Christian Eedes and 95 points from Platter’s, the latest […] The post 96pt Keet First Verse 2022: ‘A wine of impeccable balance’ (CE) appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell18 viewsalllocal-winescabernet-sauvignonchris-keetchristian-eedeskeet-first-verse-2022 - news
Laroque 2025 – ‘One of the best’ (Neal Martin)
Laroque has done it again. The 2025 showcases the class of their terroir and confirms Laroque’s standing as one of the finest wines from Saint-Émilion. ‘A gorgeous, super-elegant wine’, writes Antonio Galloni. We’ve tasted the wine from barrel on a couple of occasions and there’s so much to love. Aromatics of violet, lavender and dark red […] The post Laroque 2025 – ‘One of the best’ (Neal Martin) appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan17 viewsallen-primeurinternational-winesantonio-gallonibordeauxbordeaux-en-primeur - news
NEW Rall 2025s: Precision, purity & pleasure
Donovan Rall has raised the bar yet again! While Donovan is most excited about the reds, his latest release includes some of the best renditions of the Rall White and Grenache Blanc to date. This is a winemaker who’s captivated by all aspects of wine – from the vineyards and soils to the glassware – […] The post NEW Rall 2025s: Precision, purity & pleasure appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell23 viewsalllocal-winesbeaujolaisdonovan-rallgrenachepaardeberg - news
99pt Hermitage from legendary Michel Chapoutier
Terroir-obsessed Michel Chapoutier ‘has a global perspective that’s probably unmatched in the Rhône’ (Wine Advocate), and his biodynamic Sélections Parcellaires are made from the region’s finest old vines. Hermitage, also known as Ermitage, is the most famous Syrah-producing appellation and Chapoutier has mastered its hallowed soils, producing wines that represent the pinnacle of his range. 2023 was […] The post 99pt Hermitage from legendary Michel Chapoutier appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis16 viewsallinternational-wineschapoutier-ermitage-de-l-oree-blanc-2023chapoutier-ermitage-l-ermite-blanc-2023chapoutier-ermitage-l-ermite-rouge-2023chapoutier-ermitage-le-meal-blanc-2023 - news
96-point Alheit Cartology 2025
Few South African wines command the same reverence as Cartology – the wine that put Chris and Suzaan Alheit on the world map. This white is a masterclass in heritage and terroir, and the 2025 is dialled in with added focus, tension and flavour. A blend of old-vine Chenin Blanc and Sémillon, the 2025 is […] The post 96-point Alheit Cartology 2025 appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell36 viewsalllocal-wineschenin-blancchris-alheitchristian-eedesold-vine-chenin - news
Iconic Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2023: A collector’s favourite
Kanonkop is regarded as South Africa’s equivalent of a First Growth. Their remarkable track record spans more than 50 years and, according to the Kanonkop team, the 2023 Paul Sauer is very similar to the lauded 1997 vintage. On tasting the 2023 release earlier this week, we were impressed by the classic, deeply nostalgic and […] The post Iconic Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2023: A collector’s favourite appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell26 viewsalllocal-winesbordeaux-blendfirst-growthkanonkopkanonkop-paul-sauer-2023 - news
One glass to rule them all: Gabriel-Glas Gold
The world’s best universal wine glass has done it again! In a recent article, the New York Times listed the Gabriel-Glas as one of their top buys, and the Golds are in a league of their own. The Gabriel-Glas Gold Edition is mouth-blown and feathery light, weighing only 90g. It takes two artisans about 10 […] The post One glass to rule them all: Gabriel-Glas Gold appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis17 viewsallalpha-decanterbob-campbell-mwchateau-montelenaclub-oenologiqueforbes - news
Barolo 2021s: ‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’
‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’ The highly anticipated 2021 Barolos are here! Many are calling it one of the greatest modern-day vintages, and we rate it alongside 2016, 2019 and 2020. In a nutshell, the 2021s are noble wines, showing verve and structure with pure, concentrated fruit and notable ageing potential. ‘2021 is […] The post Barolo 2021s: ‘Poetically reminiscent of the legendary 1985 vintage’ appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior31 viewsallinternational-winesaldo-fiordellibarbarescobarolocerretta - news
98pt Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse 2024 – a triumph
Thorne & Daughters’ Rocking Horse is the ‘poster child for new-wave white blends’. It’s been a top performer for more than a decade, and the 98-point 2024 is ‘a wine of presence’, says Christian Eedes. Taking its aesthetic from white Burgundy, rather than the Rhône, this multi-variety blend offers immense value at R370. In 2025, the Cat’s Cradle sees the inclusion […] The post 98pt Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse 2024 – a triumph appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell18 viewsalllocal-winesburgundychristian-eedescitrusdal-mountainsold-vine-semillon - news
NEW: Crystallum’s superb 2025s
‘Oenophiles want to drink Crystallum!’ enthuses Neal Martin. At Brice & Burnett, we find every reason to collect them, rave about them, and drink them. Lucky for us, the 2025s are exceptional and – with minute quantities available – this is a rare opportunity to secure some of South Africa’s most distinctive Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. […] The post NEW: Crystallum’s superb 2025s appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell18 viewsalllocal-wineschardonnaycrystallumcrystallum-cuvee-cinema-pinot-noir-2025crystallum-ferrum-chardonnay-2025 - news
Viña Tondonia 2013: ‘Gloriously unique’ (Tim Atkin)
‘One of the truly great Spanish wines, Viña Tondonia Reserva remains a must-have in the cellars of all dedicated enthusiasts.’ – Decanter The 2013 was a remarkable release for Viña Tondonia Reserva, receiving the highest Vinous score in the history of the cuvée. Elevated to a new level in this vintage and released at its prime, […] The post Viña Tondonia 2013: ‘Gloriously unique’ (Tim Atkin) appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jack Davis18 viewsallinternational-winesdecantergarnachajoaquin-hidalgolopez-de-heredia - news
Magical Mauvesin – a ‘domaine of quality’
Today’s offer is all about terrific value and immediate drinkability. This is classically styled Claret – unmistakably French with its bone-dry, lifted character. Offered at R295 per bottle, you’ll be hard pressed to find twelve-year-old Left Bank Bordeaux at this level. We’re so impressed by the price-to-quality ratio that we’re offering 15% off when buying […] The post Magical Mauvesin – a ‘domaine of quality’ appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Johan Malan17 viewsallinternational-winesbarton-family-winesclaretlangoa-bartonleft-bank-bordeaux - news
Le Riche Reserve Cabernet 2023: Exclusive Pre-release
Stellenbosch is among only a handful of incredible Cabernet terroirs in the world, and Le Riche is its benchmark. The 2023 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is about to be released and it seriously flirts with perfection. Many collectors think of Le Riche as the Latour of South Africa – not because it imitates Bordeaux, but because […] The post Le Riche Reserve Cabernet 2023: Exclusive Pre-release appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell26 viewsalllocal-winesbordeauxlatourle-richele-riche-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-2023 - news
Storm Wines: Compelling, serious & delicious
It would be remiss of us not to alert you to the high praise Christian Eedes has just given Storm Wines – a pinnacle of South African fine wine. ‘Storm is producing some of the Cape’s most considered and compelling contemporary wines,’ says Christian, rating their latest releases in a narrow band of 96–98 points. These are […] The post Storm Wines: Compelling, serious & delicious appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by James Pietersen15 viewsalllocal-winesbokkeveldchardonnaychristian-eedeshannes-storm - news
Your 2026 Next Generation Awards winner
Banele Vakele of Tembela Wines is among the most exciting Young Guns to come out of SA. Just named the best overall winner in the Winemag Next Generation Awards 2026, his Chenin and Syrah are on track to become some of the country’s finest examples. Banele’s 2025 Syrah hails from the Polkadraai Hills in Stellenbosch – one […] The post Your 2026 Next Generation Awards winner appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Margeaux Goosen20 viewsalllocal-winesbanele-vakelechenindarlingpolkadraai-hills - news
Champagne from Michel Genet: Comfort food just got better
A red next to a roaring fire is great, but have you experienced the joy of a cracking Champagne alongside samp and mushroom risotto, Cape Malay curry, a comforting chicken stew, or warm toast and butter? Michel Genet’s Blanc de Blancs Spirit Grand Cru is the floral, pretty, creamy, rich but focused Champagne of dreams, […] The post Champagne from Michel Genet: Comfort food just got better appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior16 viewsallinternational-wineschampagnechardonnaycote-des-blancsgrower-champagne