Plus favourites from last week's Perfect Pair event

 
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Plus favourites from last week's Perfect Pair event Friday, 8 April 2022

Mullineux 95+ pointers, April Insiders' case, 'spot on' Châteauneuf-du-Pape & more

Dear *|FNAME|*,

This week we're shining the spotlight on the new Mullineux releases. With a trifecta of 95-point scores from Christian Eedes, they set new standards for their categories, as James says. Our April Insiders' case, yet again, offers immense value with some incredible price-to-quality bargains. We have to re-emphasize the sophisticated 40th vintage of Klein Constantia's Sauvignon Blanc, as well as highlight a superb Châteauneuf-du-Pape from one of the greatest names in the Southern Rhône – Domaine Santa Duc. Finally, we round-up our favourites from last week's Portuguese Perfect Pair event.

New from the Mullineuxs: 95+ point trio
From R 355 per bottle

The 2019 Syrah has been touted as the best Mullineux release to date. Essentially, the combo of strenuous selection, maturing vines and the returns from the work done in the vineyards has led to a wine with more layers, complexity and tannic power. This stunning release is joined by the Mullineuxs' other two 95+ rated signature wines – the unique and special 2021 Old Vines White and the small-batch 2021 Straw Wine, which is one of SA's finest sweet wines. This release sets new standards for these categories!

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Wine Cellar Insiders, April Value Mixed 6-Case
R 1,085 per 6-case | Free delivery

Our April pack includes the 92+ point Leeuwenkuil 2021 Swartland Chenin, offering unbeatable value, the 2018 Glenelly Glass Collection Merlot, which placed in the Winemag Top 10, and the exceptionally well-priced Klein Constantia 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, offering complexity and freshness. Adding to this impressive line-up is the crunchy and well-made Skylark 2021 Cinsault from Darling old-vine bush vines, the newly released Vinum 2021 Pinotage, which offers so much flavour and balance at just 11.5% alcohol, and, last but not least, the delicious Sicilian Terre Nere 2020 Etna Bianco – a blend of indigenous grapes grown on Mt. Etna.

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Klein Constantia, Sauvignon Blanc 2021
R 165 per bottle

We are always on the look-out for exceptional wines that punch above their weight, and the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc from the iconic Klein Constantia stable has everything you want from a great wine – complexity, freshness and maturation potential, while offering exceptional value! This elegant cuvée is highly underrated. At only R165, it's a no-brainer for all Sauvignon Blanc drinkers.

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Santa Duc, Châteauneuf-du-Pape Habemus Papam 2018
R 750 per bottle

Founded in 1874, Domaine Santa Duc is a top Southern Rhône producer. Earning a well-deserved 96 points from Wine Enthusiast, the 2018 Habemus Papam is superb. The textural complexity and balance of this 80:20 Grenache/Syrah blend is 'spot on' says Jeb Dunnuck. Lush red and blue fruit leap from the glass, with toasted spices and refined, earthy aromatics following on to the palate. Vibrant and youthful, it will age for another decade.

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Perfect Pair: Portuguese food & wine review
From R 150 per bottle | Tasting highlights

The 2nd edition of our Perfect Pair series explored wines from Portugual with food from the iconic Chapman's Peak Hotel. The light, zesty Anselmo Mendes 2020 Escolha served as a great aperitif, and Niepoort's 2018 Lagar de Baixo was perfect with grilled sardines – its bright red fruit and fynbos-like spice complemented the salty fish. Offering incredible value at R190, the Drink Me 2020 Branco and 2019 Tinto were highlights of the night; showcasing layers of flavour. This Niepoort duo paired perfectly with the fillet trinchado (Portuguese steak) and squid and choriço. Simply delicious!

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the Wine Cellar team

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