wine list
SAUVIGNON BLANC
CLOOF SUMMERTIME SAUVIGNON BLANC
95
This dry wine starts off with an assault of cape
gooseberries, evolving towards green figs, well
supported by a crisp natural acidity which
enhances the lingering aftertaste.
RICKETY BRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC
145
Passion fruit flavours dominate including
granadilla, guava and hints of green apple.
CHENIN BLANC
HAWKSMOOR SERLIANA
25
95
An unwooded Chenin Blanc, single-grape varietal
from 29-year-old bush vines. Very easy drinking,
light, crisp wine and is best served chilled or at the
risk of ridicule with a few blocks of ice.
CHARDONNAY
VAL DU CHARRON CHARDONNAY
160
Bright straw hue, intense lemon nose, with apple,
cashew, oak, earthy, flinty with buttery aromas.
Velvety body with a crisp, lingering finish.
SEMI SWEET
NEDERBURG SPECIAL LATE HARVEST
A slight honeyed character with rich aromas of
dried fruit.
135
WHITE BLENDS
VAL DU CHARRON FOUR WHITE LEGS
25
100
Light golden in colour, a complex floral wine.
Heady fruitiness balanced with a fine acidity.
CLOOF
DUCKITT
CHARDONNAY
PINOT
110
NOIR
Medium intense nose reminiscent of ripe orange
peel from the Chardonnay component enhanced
by ripe berries from the Pinot Noir. This wellrounded medium-bodied dry wine has a crisp
acidity and confirms the flavours found on the
nose.
ROSE
NEDERBERG ROSE
95
Aromas of candy floss, cherries, strawberries and
dried herbs.
RICKETY BRIDGE FOUNDATION STONE ROSÉ
125
Tones of strawberry, Turkish delight and candy
floss dominate the nose and palate with an
elegant spicy finish. Full palate is supported by
easy natural acidity.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
CLOOF CAB CULT CABERNET SAUVIGNON
110
Intense dark ruby red colour with an intense nose
of black- and redcurrants, cherries and a hint of
violets and cinnamon. This full-bodied wine has
soft ripe tannins and intense berry flavours
ending in a long lingering finish.
VAL DU CHARRON CABERNET SAUVIGNON
The opaque deep red, with a vibrant ruby edge
indicates the youthfulness of this wine. 2013
shows seductive sweet black cherry, cassis, plum
and blackberry fruit aromas on the nose along
with dark roast coffee, vanilla and smoky mineral
notes. Subtle wafts of violets hints of cedar and
mint complete the aromatics. A brilliant and
refined peppery spiciness adds to the complexity.
190
SHIRAZ
CLOOF VERY SEXY SHIRAZ
165
This full bodied shiraz has an intense complex
nose of white pepper, cloves, cinnamon and
mulberries. A deep dark red with spicy flavours
and soft tannic structure.
VAL DU CHARRON SHIRAZ
190
One swirl releases strong aromas of black pepper,
celery and leather layered over blackcurrant
richness. The fruit on the palate is complemented
by dry, light and spicy tannins, well-structured
with a delicious smoky berry finish.
PINOTAGE
BEYERSKLOOF PINOTAGE
140
Strong plum flavours with velvety tannis. Well
structured, yet elegant and soft, medium-bodied
with a fresh and superbly-balanced finish.
CLOOF PINOTAGE
165
This wine is mouth filling and very well rounded.
Well balanced and smooth with deep, dark
chocolate-dipped plums on the palate and a
savoury end.
MERLOT
LEOPARDS LEAP MERLOT
125
Prominent red fruit aromas of mulberry and
raspberry with subtle hints of blueberries and
dark chocolate. Elegant and finely structured with
soft tannins that create a memorable aftertaste
that lingers.
RICKETY BRIDGE MERLOT
Dark ruby-black wine with powerful ripe plum and
black cherry fruit on the nose and a rich, juicy
palate of red berries and blueberries layered with
toasty oak spice. Well structured with soft tannins
and a long finish.
210
RED BLENDS
VAL DU CHARRON BLACK COUNTESS
35
130
Fresh, bright nose of peppery raspberry and ripe
cherry fruit with lovely floral nuances. The palate
is expressive and elegant, with a subtly leathery
edge to the beautifully textured sweet and sour
fruit, combining pure, sweet cherries with a crisp
acidity and peppery freshness.
RICKETY BRIDGE FOUNDATION STONE RED
200
Red fruit driven, juicy raspberry, mulberry aromas
with hints of chocolate, layers of complex spice
and red berry fruit. Well-integrated and seamless
tannins which emphasize spice on the lengthy
finish.
SPARKLING WINE
J.C. LE ROUX LE DOMAINE (187ml)
55
All the finesse and freshness of a Sauvignon Blanc,
intertwined with the gentle sweetness of the
Muscadel, while keeping its crisp youthfulness
intact.
METHODE CAP CLASSIQUE
J.C. LE ROUX LA VALLÉE
225
The light yellow gold hue is well complemented
by creamy buttery tones and the demi-sec palate
adds another dimension of complexity. The fresh
and fruity style of the wine brings out the
lightness of this MCC with hints of pears, litchis
and primary fruit.
SIMONSIG KAAPSE VONKEL BRUT
235
Delicate floral aromas with hints of ripe yellow
apples and citrus. Layers of red berry and baked
apple add to the complexity of the wine, whilst
the freshness of the mousse enhances the zesty
flavours on the palate.
J.C. LE ROUX LA VALLÉE ROSE
With its salmon blush, light yeasty tones, and
powerful fruit flavours, this is a unique demi-sec
Méthode Cap Classique, for those who prefer the
elegance of a fine bubbly with just a hint of
sweetness.
250