Wine List

Italian WineWHITE WINE

Fontana Candida Frascati Superiore Elite R235.00LazioLight straw-yellow, tinge of green in colour. Delicate perfumes of field flowers and fruit especially hawthorn and golden apple.

Lamberti Santepietre Pinot Grigio R300.00Delle VenezieThe refined bouquet of exotic fruit and wild flowers is complemented by a dry and fruity flavour and long aftertaste of apples and banana.

Sella & Mosca Vermentino di Sardegna R365.00SardiniaFresh and bracing with an intriguing slightly salty lift in the finish.

RED WINE

Fattoria Di Basciano Chianti Rutina R310.00TuscanyThe bouquet has a strong aroma of red berries, with a delicate hint of Iris. On the palate, it feels fresh, clean and expresses a sense of youth and endurance.

Lambrusco Rosso Dell Emilia Dolce R310.00Emilia-RomagnaSemi-sweet perlé red wine from Emilia-Romagna region, made entirely from Lambrusco grapes. Low alcohol, slightly sparkling wine, sweet, fresh and fruity, best when served well chilled.

Falesco Et Me R395.00LazioThis wine is fresh and structured thanks to the good level of acidity. Very pleasant floral and fruity notes on the nose.

Italian Home-Grown WinesWHITE WINE

Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio R195.00FranschhoekThere’s a pineapple tang and creamy texture in the mouth. The balance between fruit and lively acidity is well maintained with a rich, tropical fruit aftertaste. R55.00

RED WINE

Terra Del Capo Sangiovese R220.00FranschhoekHints of smokiness (cherry tobacco) combined with earthy mineral elements and rich fruit flavours such as prunes, apricots and peaches. R55.00

Anura LB Sangiovese R450.00StellenboschA long, elegant, lingering palate of candied cherries with roasted coffee beans, cacao and spice.

ChampagneDom Perignon R3750.00ÉpernayThe ultimate in indulgence, the Grand Marc of the House of Moët & Chandon.

Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame R3650.00ReimsExceptionally elegant with expressive multi-faceted layers of citrus fruit.

Veuve Clicquot Rosé NV R1100.00ReimsAn opulent display of tiny bubbles launching intriguing red berry fruit flavours.

Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial NV R1150.00ÉpernayThis Champagne displays lively, expressive, amomas dominated by the scent of wild strawberries. It is full-bodied, with zestful, assertive fruitiness.

Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label NV R1100.00ReimsA fine persistent bubble and delicate well defined floral and fruit fragrances & flavours.

Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial NV R1100.00ÉpernayThis style is perpetuated year after year with a high level of consistency.

Moët & Chandon Nectar Impérial NV (Demi-Sec) R1200.00ÉpernayThe assemblage is built around the structure of the Pinot Noir - supple and smooth aromas.

VA L D O P R O S E CCO D O C

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Unmistakably fruity aromas, this medium bodied Prosecco is the perfect accompaniment

to any meal.

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Cartizze is a fruitier, slightly sweeter Prosecco and is delicious at the end of your meal with

cheese and fruit.

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An elegant Rosé with the aroma of berries and floral blossoms.

Enjoy with seafood and delicate dishes.

Prosecco Extra Dry: R/S 12 – 17 g/l Despite its name, Prosecco Extra Dry is actually fruiter

than the Brut.

Prosecco Brut: R/S 0 – 12 g/l Prosecco Brut is a great

balance between sweetness and acidity.

Prosecco Dry: R/S 17 – 32 g/ls Dry Prosecco is sometimes called ‘Amabile’ which means ‘slightly sweet’ or ‘Dolce’ that can be translated as sweet,

but not as sweet as a Muscat or a dessert wine.

R3 9 0 R5 40 R7 8 0

Cap ClassiqueL’Ormarins Brut Rosé 2013 R320.00ElandskloofEnticing pale salmon hue. Vivacious lime/lemon edge to cranberry and red fruit aromas. In the mouth, the entry is crisp and vibrant with lively peach, pomegranate and cranberry flavour.

R55.00

Graham Beck Brut Rosé NV R360.00RobertsonA lively mousse but fine in the mouth, with subtle red berry flavours enlivened by bright acids.

L’Ormarins Brut Classique NV R290.00FranschhoekElegant, fresh and lively this wine is rich in minerality. Hints of brioche, citrus and framboise. R50.00

Graham Beck Brut NV R360.00RobertsonThis benchmark bubbly is a beautiful harmony of lengthy Chardonnay and fragrant Pinot Noir.

Pongrácz Brut NV R360.00StellenboschComposed in the classic French tradition of two noble varieties, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this magnificent Cap Classique evokes an air of style and sophistication, a tribute to the genius to whom we owe its name.

Graham Beck Bliss Demi-Sec NV R360.00RobertsonLight yeasty aromas, with hints of butterscotch, honey and praline, this delectable bubbly will stimulate your sweeter senses. R55.00

Sauvignon BlancProtea by Anthonij Rupert R175.00FranschhoekCrisp passion fruit and lemon leaf with a whiff of white pepper on the nose.The palate is well-rounded and medium-bodied. R50.00

Paul Cluver R260.00ElginThe palate which has a lovely creamy texture – the result of extended lees contact and the higher Semillon portion. R60.00

Rietvallei Estate R210.00RobertsonThese flavours follow through on the palate with flinty and mineral notes and allusions of ripe green figs.

La Motte R245.00FranschhoekA firm natural acid keeps the palate in balance with the residual sugar ensuring a lively freshness so essential for a dry aperitif-style wine.

Cape of Good Hope “Altima” R295.00Western CapeUpfront with attractive aromas of gooseberry and grapefruit, backed up by pleasant, clean mineral and flinty characters.

Southern Right R300.00Walker BayIt’s a fresh, crisp and zesty white wine with herbaceous notes, gooseberry and citrus fruit flavours.

Ataraxia “Mountain Vineyards” R300.00Walker BayComplicating capsicum, fig and passionfruit basis are flint notes and a lip-smacking tangerine finish.

Thelema R325.00StellenboschForthcoming grapefruit and melon aromas, pithy bite, refreshing long finish.

Reyneke (Organic) R340.00StellenboschAn intensely fruity wine, with green apple, gooseberry and nettle characters on a zesty but rounded palate.

Iona R350.00ElginThe palate is balanced, showing flavours of cut green apples and lime marmalade followed by great minerality and length.

Springfield “Life from Stone” R365.00RobertsonBrilliantly green in appearance, this is a dramatic wine is filled with ripe red peppers and passion fruit.

Typical Rhȏne style white blend compromising of Chenin Blanc, Rousanne & Viognier. Palate boasts a rich, ripe honeyed

peach & tropical fruit supported by a creamy, tasty oak element.

Cape of Good Hope “Caroline” (White Rhône Blend)

Swartland

R 425

ChardonnayUNWOODED CHARDONNAY

Protea by Anthonij Rupert R175.00FranshhoekThe palate abounds with these same flavours and is well-rounded and balanced by a seamless acid. R50.00

De Wetshof “Limestone Hill” R170.00RobertsonAn un-wooded wine, Limestone Hill has notes of grapefruit and nuts, with the complexity balanced by a nuanced elegance ending with a delicate ripeness.

Rietvallei “Natural” R250.00RobertsonThe palate reveals green apple flavours, is full-bodied with a good balancing acidity and finishes with a lingering, yeasty aftertaste.

Bouchard Finlayson “Sans Barrique” R370.00Walker BayStoney apple/pear fruit and pleasingly fresh. This wine ends with a touch of awkward bitterness.

WOODED CHARDONNAY

Plaisir de Merle R275.00PaarlThe aromas of toasted almonds and honey on the nose give way to tastes of caramelised lemons and a tropical sweetness, which are perfectly balanced by the subtle toasted wood flavours.

R60.00

Mulderbosch R295.00StellenboschOak fermented, dry and not as clear as the previous vintage. Elegant fruit not obscured.

Waterford R390.00StellenboschMineral driven aromatics supported by citrus blossoms and lime cordial, as well as soft roasted almond underlying notes originating from subtle oak usage.

Rupert & Rothschild “Baroness Nadine” R435.00Simonsberg-PaarlA vibrant fusion of flinty freshness, lime blossom and refined ruby grapefruit tones with a hint of gooseberry.

Meerlust R510.00StellenboschThere is ripe tropical fruit & creaminess balanced by a pure minerality typical of the variety. The wine has a long, very pleasant lingering finish indicating the richness.

Chenin BlancVilliera R170.00StellenboschThe wine has intense fruit and honey with a hint of wood spice on the nose, including pineapple, guava and citrus. On the palate, it is rich and full bodied with good balance and a long finish.

Varkenskraal R170.00Western CapeThis fresh, easy-drinking version offers vibrant flavours of honeyed pear, golden delicious apple and luscious tropical fruit. R50.00

Diemersfontein R185.00WellingtonA bouquet of fresh guava, white pear and passion fruit. These tropical nuances follow through to the palate finishing with a well-balanced acidity.

White BlendBoschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir R240.00FranschhoekThe Chardonnay component contributes richness and backbone to the wine, while the Pinot Noir adds fruit and elegance with its characteristic hints of ripe red berries.

Haute Cabrière Chardonnay Pinot Noir R270.00FranschhoekRefined and elegant, with a firm acidity in the background. You will find an abundance of ripe zesty fruit, with a delectable fresh and full mouthfeel.

Something DifferentBoschendal Le Bouquet (Semi-Sweet) R200.00CoastalThis fruit driven wine has a floral aroma of rose petals and summer fruit. R50.00

Thelema Muscat de Frontignan (Semi-Sweet) R230.00StellenboschUnwooded, fragrant and fresh - beware the irresistible quaffability of this excellently balanced wine.

Cedergberg Bukettraube (Semi-Sweet) R240.00CederbergExotic, delicate floral and fruit salad aromas, with a hint of honey, dried peach and ripe muscat. All natural sugar with a bracing fresh finish.

Tamboerskloof Viognier R350.00StellenboschThe wine has a light straw colour and flavours of butterscotch, nutty caramel, pear and lime. It has a rich, silky palate and a balanced oak finish.

Paul Cluver Gewürztraminer R295.00ElginOne of the few drier style Gewürztraminers made in South Africa. Highly fragrant with litchi, rose petal and lime aromas leaping from the glass.

A Touch Of PinkProtea Rosé (Dry) by Anthonij Rupert R190.00FranschhoekThe appeal of the blush pink hue extends to the gentle berry/cherry bright fruitiness on the nose. A tangy succulence is immediately apparent in the mouth. Delicious and refreshing with a clearly defined tail.

R50.00

Koelenhof Cellar Pinotage Sweet Rosé R160.00StellenboschA delicious off-dry rosé has a dark pink colour. This wine has a typical Pinotage character of ripe raspberries and strawberries with candyfloss undertones.

Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé R230.00StellenboschComplex layers of strawberry, cherry, rose and fresh peach on the nose. Spicy, slightly peppery and well-balanced with a long, fresh finish.

Cederberg “Sustainable” Rosé R200.00CederbergAn elegant salmon pink colour with subtle strawberry, candyfloss and raspberry aromas. Long lively palate with a crisp natural acidity. A perfect summer refresher.

Boschendal Blanc de Noir R210.00CoastalThis salmon-coloured wine has hints of candy-floss and strawberry on the nose.

The palate is vivacious with the immediate impact of bright, juicy melon, peach and nectarine flavour making itself felt.

The acidity is refreshing and in harmony with the fruit, adding a lovely lemon zest twist to the mouthfeel.

R

Jean Roi Cap Provencial RoséCoastal Region

480

Shiraz Protea by Anthonij Rupert R190.00FranschhoekSmoky dark fruit, classy rather than voluptuous, smooth and appealing with spice infused flavours. R50.00

Vergelegen R330.00StellenboschThe palate shows crisp acidity, with rich tannins and a long clean fruit dominated aftertaste.

Tamboerskloof R410.00StellenboschIntense red colour with opulent red fruit flavours and hints of pepper. A silky full- bodied texture with soft tannins and integrated wood.

Waterford “Kevin Arnold” R520.00StellenboschThe palate is seamless and medium-full bodied, classic dry tannins countering the voluptuous nature of a Stellenbosch Shiraz.

Saronsberg R575.00TulbaghThe wine has a deep, dark purple colour with prominent ripe plum, red berry and floral flavours with undertones of spice. The oak is well balanced with full, firm yet accessible tannins.

Cabernet SauvignonProtea by Anthonij Rupert R190.00FranschhoekElegant and genteel in a toned, restrained way the wine is full of cassis, cocoa and tobacco leaf. R50.00

Dalla Cia “Classico” R395.00StellenboschAn intense ruby red colour and a gentle bouquet of sweet blueberry, cassis, cherry and a hint of spiced cedarwood.

Springfield “Whole Berry” R475.00RobertsonRipe but fresh, lovely forward red berry and floral notes, soft and well-structured, offering real pleasure.

Waterford Estate R490.00StellenboschRich and concentrated with claret-like dark savoury fruit presently held by youthful but ripe, age-worthy tannins.

Rust en Vrede “Estate Vineyards” R690.00StellenboschCherry and chocolate aromas backed up by hints of spice from the French oak supported by chocolate, tobacco and aniseed flavours on the palate.

Kanonkop R850.00StellenboschA full-bodied fruity wine made in a classic, old world style. Rich berry flavours with tealeaf nuances.

Rustenberg “Peter Barlow” R1000.00Stellenbosch100% Cabernet Sauvignon from our finest vineyard. Cassis and hints of cedar and liquorice leads to an intense palate with fine-grained tannins.

Anthonij Rupert R1200.00FranschhoekThis Cabernet Sauvignon is dense and intense, yet elegant wine with dark berry fruit, cassis, cigar box and cedar wood.

MerlotProtea by Anthonij Rupert R190.00FranschhoekSeductive mulberry, fruit cake and cocoa aromas which are complex and hint at depth on the palate. From its rich, ripe and rounded entry, the mouth delivers in abundance.

R50.00

Varkenskraal R185.00Western CapeDark cherry and plum nose with a spicy palate. Well-balanced ripe fruit with a persistent soft tannin finish.

Guardian Peak R245.00StellenboschThis wine offers up-front fruit and a good length of cherry flavours.

Creation R410.00Hemel-en-Aarde ValleyOn the palate, rewarding dark chocolate and mocha combine with generous ripe berry flavours.

Hartenberg R435.00StellenboschSilky texture and refreshing ice cream aftertaste. Showy austerity not a prerequisite for seriousness.

Thelema R460.00StellenboschA soft and delicious wine offering lush berry fruit flavours and balanced structure.

Meerlust R610.00StellenboschJuicy plum and mulberry fruit abound on the nose, with lifted spiciness, hints of chocolate and a beefy edge. The palate offers silky tannins and good length.

PinotageBeyerskloof R230.00StellenboschBerry accented by fynbos and leafy notes. Powerful tannins are cushioned by opulent fruit flavours linger for a minute. R55.00

Diemersfontein R310.00StellenboschOn the nose distinct coffee, rich dark chocolate and baked plums. The ripe subtle tannins create a wine to be drunk very young.

Kanonkop R1000.00StellenboschFull-bodied structure and complex wine. Soft ripe tannins with a classic dry finish.

Pinot Noir“Mr. P” by Iona R350.00ElginElegant, fresh cherry and red berry nose. The palate is pure with lovely texture and focused sweet cherry fruit dominates with spicy undertones.

Bouchard Finlayson “Galpin Peak” R690.00Walker BayPowerful palate of ripe red fruit, supple tannins, supportive oak, going to a long, sweet-fruit finish.

Hamilton Russell Vineyards R1050.00Hemel-en-Aarde ValleyThis Pinot Noir is not overtly fruity, soft and “sweet” and it generally shows hints of that alluring “primal” character along with a dark, spicy, complex primary fruit perfume.

Sweet cassis and ripe plums on the nose give way to juicy raspberry flavours with subtle hints of cedar and walnuts on the palate. A full bodied wine with excellent tannin structure

and the ability to age beautifully over the next decade.

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Anura Petit VerdotStellenbosch

450

Blended Red WinesAlto “Rouge” R285.00Western CapeThis wine offers ripe mulberry, wild berry and plum with a touch of vanilla on the nose and juicy berry seamlessly integrated with oak, on the palate.

Saronsberg “Seismic Rooi” R295.00TulbaghSoft ripe plum and red berry flavours with undertones of wood spice. The oak is well balanced with elegant and accessible tannins.

A.A. Badenhorst “Secateurs” R310.00SwartlandThe palate texture of this style of wine is supple, smooth on the entry but with enough grip to end dry and refreshing.

Rupert & Rothschild “Classique” R365.00Simonsberg-PaarlElegant and appealing with aromas of red berry, sweet cherry, white pepper and cedarwood with undertones of aniseed and almond. Good complexity with dark chocolate and flinty undertones on the palate.

Anthonij Rupert “Optima” R375.00FranschhoekThe nose abounds with black currant, cassis, ripe plum and rich fruitcake with a hint of tobacco leaf too. It’s soft-textured and invitingly seductive.

Laibach “Ladybird” (Organic) R450.00Simonsberg- StellenboschGood dollops of spice, well supported with some lovely soft tannins. An explosion of fruit, on a medium-bodied palate with good complexity and length.

Boekenhoutskloof “The Chocolate Block” R595.00FranschhoekThe influence of the Grenache’s red fruits on this wine is striking. The nose shows an abundance of redcurrant, plums, crushed rock, and an array of spices.

Meerlust “Rubicon” R850.00StellenboschSilk rather than brocade, black currant, raspberry notes deliver harmony, length and balance.

Something ExtravagantEpicurean R950.00Western CapeWell integrated tannins and full bodied with out being weighty; leading to a very long well rounded finish. It is uncompromising, elegant, focused and tight with silky soft tannins.

Tokara “Director’s Reserve” Red R950.00StellenboschIt is powerful and mouth filling on the entry and mid palate with stunning dry textured tannins. The finish is surprisingly fresh and elegant.

Spice Route “Malabar” R990.00SwartlandLayered and perfumed aromas of rich blackberry, plum, cacao and violets. Well integrated palate, opulent tannin structure and balanced mouth feel. A truly elegant wine with potential to age another decade.

Beyerskloof “Faith” R1250.00StellenboschIntense blackberry, cassis and plum flavours upon entry with delicate spice and cedar aromas from the new French oak. A big structured, well rounded and elegantly balanced Cape blend.

Anthonij Rupert “Main Blend” R1500.00FranschhoekRestraint and elegance are apparent on the palate. Suave and svelte with layers of fruit. Velvety smooth and caressing texture. Harmonious balance of fruit and supportive, lightly spicy oak notes.

La Motte “Hanneli R” R2330.00FranschhoekThe intense, distinctive nose shows rose-petal perfume, with black- berry and mulberry fruit, as well as cinnamon and black pepper spices. On the palate there are powdery tannins, surrounded by a fleshy fullness and lingering minerally freshness.

Simonsig “Garland” Cabernet Sauvignon R2900.00StellenboschDelicious sweet, well rounded flavours on the palate are perfectly framed by the seamless fine grained tannins which have softened sufficiently to allow the ripe berry fruitiness to shine through.

Dessert WinesPierre Jourdan Ratafia (375ml) R275.00FranschhoekRatafia is a fun drink, packed with rich honey flavours. The taste is delicate and enticing. The nose a melange of tropical flavours. R55.00

Paul Cluver Noble Late Harvest (375ml) R500.00ElginOn the palate, there is a citrus freshness that is Clementine-like. The clean finish makes it a highly pleasant after dinner drink.

Klein Constantia Vin de Constance (500ml) R950.00ConstantiaThis wine melts into concentration of sweet mango, kumquat and glacé pineapple. Uncloyingly rich, courtesy of tangy acidity.