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Still wines from Champagne? You bet. We’re going off-piste this week with still wines from the Coteaux Champenois. Our French foray continues with Château Bellegrave 2011 from Pomerol, as well as Tom and the Peloton Ventoux Rouge 2018 – a classic Southern Rhône blend of Grenache and Syrah. Back home, Lievland Liefkoos Rosé 2022 is even more impressive than the previous vintage, and our January Insiders’ Case features a selection of this month’s favourites, with free delivery anywhere in South Africa. Chardonnay lovers won’t want to miss the upcoming Chardonnay Colloquium, which will show the best of Elgin alongside international benchmarks.
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Bellegrave Pomerol 2011
R 725 PER BOTTLE
From an aged Bordeaux parcel comes this supple, spicy and mineral Merlot / Cabernet Franc blend from Château Bellegrave in Pomerol on the Right Bank. Owned by the Bouldy family since 1951, the vineyards have been organically farmed for the last 10 years. ‘A marvelous showing for this property’ says Vinous.
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Drappier Perpetuité Blanc de Noir Coteaux Champenois NV
R 850 PER BOTTLE
Still wines have been produced in Champagne since Roman times, and recently those of the Coteaux Champenois have become increasingly fashionable. Try Drappier’s Perpetuité, a Blanc de Noir from 100% Pinot Noir. It comes from their perpétuelle reserve and contains 14 vintages. ‘There is something Burgundian here,’ says Decanter, '… a depth born of complexity and a wonderful “otherness” which, to me, makes this category so exciting.’
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Tom and the Peloton Ventoux Rouge 2018
R 265 PER BOTTLE
Be part of the peloton, with glass in hand, as you get a taste of Mount Ventoux. A blend of Grenache and Syrah, the Tom and the Peloton Ventoux Rouge 2018 abounds with juicy dark cherry fruit and garrigue spice, backed by a mineral freshness. It’s a classic expression of the Southern Rhône and the perfect accompaniment to a braai.
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Lievland Liefkoos Rosé 2022
R 210 PER BOTTLE
The 2021 Liefkoos won Overall Rosé of the Year in Tim Atkin’s latest SA report, and we think the 2022 is a step up! It’s dry, textured, and herbaceous with notes of blood orange, wild strawberry, and pomegranate. This is our go-to food wine because of its pure versatility. Pair it with grilled seafood, cumin Boerenkaas or light tapas.
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Wine Cellar Insiders' January 2023
R 1,235 per 6-pack – FREE DELIVERY
Our latest Insiders’ pack includes the blushing Montrose Rose Mont Rose 2021 and an exciting 2021 Chenin from Charla
Haasbroek. The Van Niekerk Vintners Rebellie 2020 is an ideal sundowner, while the Van Loggerenberg Break a Leg Merlot 2021 is delicious with braaied steaks. Wine down after the first week back at the office with the bramble-filled, chalky Cape Collective Syrah 2020 and Spain’s 2020 La Nave from Laventura.
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Chardonnay Colloquium – Exploring Elgin Chardonnay
Thursday, 20 January – R 1,750 per person
Join 12 of the finest Chardonnay producers in Elgin for a formal tasting with international wine judge Cathy van Zyl MW. Hosted by Wines of Elgin, this exclusive event will compare Elgin Chardonnay to international benchmarks from Domaine Marc Morey, Murdoch Hill and more. Tickets are only available until Tuesday, 17 January.
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Play today’s Winedle
Try our vinous take on a popular word game. Guess the wine-related word in a limited number of turns, and challenge your friends to do better. Our wine recommendations may provide a clue.
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