CONNOISSEUR’S
CHOICE A SELECTION OF TOP WINES TO TRY
1. False Bay Crystalline Chardonnay 2020 (Price R69.99) A vibrant, fresh and elegant style of Chardonnay. Delicate floral and pear notes, with minerality in abundance. Complex and a beautiful length on the palate, without being fatty. Unoaked and understated, but persistent on the finish. Drink now or cellar for up to 2 years. PAIRING: Creamy pastas, chicken salads and Cape Malay curry.
2. False Bay Whole Bunch Cinsault Mourvédre 2020 (Price R69) An elegant light salmon colour wine. A freshness on the nose from vibrant red berries and pomegranate, enhanced by soft floral notes. The Mourvèdre component brings structure and persistence to the palate. Drink now or cellar for up to 2 years. PAIRING: Thai red curry, tuna steak, salmon sashimi or shellfish.
3. False Bay Old School Syrah 2019 (Price R69.99) Prominent dark fruit notes on the nose, complemented by a variety of spiced aromatics - particularly black and white pepper. The palate shows fresh acidity and great structure, whilst developing into a spicier character and ending with wellbalanced, ripe tannins. Drink now or cellar for 3-4 years. PAIRING: Pepperoni pizza or red meats.
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