Value Wines
Robert Parker ratings
In June, the team of the renowned Robert Parker stopped in South Africa to rate South African wines. Here are the Value Wine Highlights.
Anthony Müller rated the latest South African wines for Robert Parker's Magazine. For many months they have been "looking for new producers, new bottlings and wines from the Western Cape", Müller said in his report.
"I must say that I am still very impressed by the quality, the price-performance ratio and the expression of location and terroir in many of the new vintages I tasted. With the impressive expressions that captivate the attention of drinkers, some sweet wines received the highest scores. Along with an excellent presentation of Swartland bottlings from Mullineux and Sadie Family and some rather impressive wines from Hamilton Russell, Keermont, Kershaw, Klein Constantia, Le Riche, Lismore, Raats, Rall, Tesselaarsdal and Warwick".
Müller also emphasizes that "the men and women of the South African wine industry all play their part. Each one is unique and an essential part of the woven tapestry that represents the vibrant history of South African wine. With voices as diverse as the landscape, there is always something to discover". The expert also praises "From long-standing wineries dating back to 1685, to young winemakers with capable, careful hands who have only been writing their story for a dozen years, to foreign voices who have found their way to the "Rainbow Nation", and local, indigenous voices paving the way for others - there is a wine for everyone."
Anthony Müller brings us good news: "Stay tuned for more critical reviews and a series of regionally focused reports that I plan to publish in the coming months along with full vintage reports, as I continue my coverage of South Africa, its wine industry and my search for the next wine, the next story, the next voice."
Here you can find the wines of the Value category, with Anthony Müller's reviews from Robert Parker. Enjoy!
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CHOCOLATE BLOCK
Jonny Fischer's Afrika Charity - 2020
CHF 27.90 instead of CHF 34.90
90 Points by Robert Parker
The 2020 Chocolate Block is perhaps one of the most floral vintages I've seen in a long time. It is a blend of 73% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 8% Cinsault, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Viognier. The nose is robust, juicy and expressive with notes of blackberries, red and black spices and elegant violet flowers. The mouthfeel is medium to full-bodied and shows a balanced structure with concentrated tannins and an invigorating acidity that frames the mid-palate. The wine ends with a wonderfully persistent, fruit-driven essence with hints of tar, roses and baked stones. This wine will easily make it to its 10th birthday. 2,982 barrels were produced. Give it a try.
Killer Deal - from 6 bottles
KLEIN CONSTANTIA
Sauvignon Blanc - Screw Cap - 2020
CHF 14.90 instead of CHF 22.00
90 Points by Robert Parker
On the nose, the 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is fresh, crisp and tangy, offering aromas of fresh citrus peel and sweet bell pepper with a hint of herbaceous character. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and characterized by lively acidity, showing a clean and correct profile before ending with a fresh, citrus-driven finish that makes me dream of raw shellfish.
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KLEIN CONSTANTIA
Metis - Sauvignon Blanc - Magnum - 2018
CHF 49.90 instead of CHF 69.00
90 Points by Robert Parker
Fresh, vibrant and citrus-driven, the 2018 Metis Sauvignon Blanc shines in the glass with picturesque citrus aromas complemented by fine, crisp minerality. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, precise, focused and balanced, offering juicy acidity with fresh Meyer lemon, a hint of delicate herbs and apple blossom notes. The wine finishes with a pleasant, flavorful and long-lasting finish. Give it a try.
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WARWICK
The First Lady - Chardonnay - 2021
CHF 11.90 instead of CHF 15.90
89 Points by Robert Parker
The 2021 First Lady Chardonnay is bright and fresh, with a hint of oak. It has a straw-yellow color and opens with a delightful bouquet offering ripe aromas of grilled yellow apples, pineapple and peach with hints of sweet lemon and baking spices. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, balanced and well-structured, with a hint of phenolic bitterness, while flavors of corn and lemon drops unfold in the mouth. The wine finishes with a fresh, clean and long-lasting finish. The wine rested on the lees for 100 days. About 8% of the wine was fermented in oak barrels. For the price, it will be hard to beat this wine, as the First Lady Chardonnay punches above its weight class. Just under 300,000 bottles were produced.
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MULDERBOSCH
Steen op Hout - Screw Cap - 2019
CHF 12.50 instead of CHF 14.90
88 Points by Robert Parker
The 2019 Chenin Blanc (Steen Op Hout) is fresh and citrusy, with chalky minerality on the nose and a hint of almonds in the glass. The wine is medium-bodied, balanced and straightforward on the palate, and finishes with a pleasant and crisp finish. A classic expression that won't break the bank.
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KANONKOP
Kadette Rosé - Pinotage - 2021
CHF 12.00 instead of CHF 13.90
88 Points by Robert Parker
The 2021 Kadette Dry Pinotage Rosé has a pale pink color and is bright, concentrated and aromatic, with aromas of wild strawberries, raspberry lemonade and roses. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied, fresh and vibrant with bright acidity, followed by a clean, crisp, mineral finish.
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KANONKOP
Kadette - Pinotage - 2018
CHF 14.00 instead of CHF 15.90
88 Points by Robert Parker
The 2019 Kadette Pinotage opens with a dusty and slightly leathery nose reminiscent of baking spices layered over black plums, dark cherries and a hint of smoke and black spices. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied and balanced with an earthy undertone, followed by roasted plums and bitter black tea in the mid-palate. The wine will go well with food over the next five to six years. This is a delightful Pinotage expression at a great price.
Killer Deal - from 6 bottles
KEN FORRESTER
Petit - Chenin Blanc - Screw Cap - 2020
CHF 10.90 instead of CHF 14.90
87 Points by Robert Parker
The 2020 Petit Chenin Blanc is citrus-driven, light and compact, opening with aromas of unripe peach and yellow apple peel. This Chenin Blanc is medium-bodied and straightforward, finishing with a clean, crisp finish. It should be served well chilled and drunk young.
Edition of "Robert Parker", from 09.07.2022
All prices in CHF incl. VAT. Daily price from 13.07.2022.
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