South Africa

2007 Graham Beck Brut Rosé

January 27, 2010
2007 Graham Beck Brut Rosé

Graham Beck. Add them to your radar. While I was impressed with the brief tastings I had last week, I was even more pleased with what I found in drinking an entire bottle. I decided to try this one, as it was the only sample I’d received that wasn’t present at Empire’s trade tasting. I also...
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2008 Ken Forrester Petit Chenin Blanc

September 16, 2009
2008 Ken Forrester Petit Chenin Blanc

Chenin Blanc is an unheralded grape and thus goes un-tasted by many wine consumers. While its most profound versions originate in the French Loire Valley, it is overshadowed by better known Sauvignon Blanc growing regions Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume. The French forge Chenin Blanc in a wide variety of styles, including what is one of...
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2008 Robertson Special Late Harvest Gewürztraminer

September 1, 2009
2008 Robertson Special Late Harvest Gewürztraminer

Say that 10 times and tell me how thirsty you are. For those who are unfamiliar with Gewurztraminer (pronounced guh-VOORTS-truh-MEE-nur), think of it as being somewhat similar to Riesling, but with a lot more floral character. You’ll also see the term lychee fruit used a lot and until you taste one, you will just...
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