Winemaker Notes
A deep, ruby-crimson color. Aromas of Mediterranean maquis vegetation with eucalyptus & pine needle, black plum & damson. Full & satisfying on the palate with ripe, fruits of the forest flavors, seasoned with peppery tannins.
Our classic blend comprised our favorite three Mediterranean varieties, Syrah, Mourvèdre & Viognier. We utilized more of our own grapes & were fortunate to focus on the Swartland profile, which lends notes of dark brooding fruit, violets & olive tapenade.
Dynamic, with a balance of richness and freshness. It offers bright fruit flavors, soft tannins, and a lingering finish of blackberry, cherry, and chocolate.
A Bordeaux-style blend, with 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Crafted as an easy to drink and approachable wine for today's fast paced and informal lifestyle. A very round wine with exotic spiciness and plenty of fruit.
James Suckling 94 Pts
Wine Enthusiast 91 Pts
It's a blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah, offering a mix of red and dark fruit flavors, along with notes of spice, meat, and herbs, velvety tannins, juicy palate, and persistent finish.
JS 96Pts.
This wine presents refined tannins, balanced acidity, and flavors of redcurrants and raspberries with a mineral-tinged backbone. The finish is described as long and clean with lingering herbal and red fruit notes.
93 Points James Suckling
A very pretty Bolgheri red with currant, chocolate and hazelnut aromas and flavors. It’s full and layered with firmness and freshness. Tight at the end, with a lovely texture and finesse to the tannins. Drink or hold.
A fantastic Zinfndel based blend from Venge. As Robert Parker said a few years ago, “It is a hedonistic fruit bomb, for sure, but also intellectually pleasing.”
Forks & Corks 2023 Gold Medal Winner
Superbly crafted with a good balance of vibrant multi-layered dark red fruits supported by tight, well-honed tannins. Opulent yet sophisticated with a long, compelling finish.
