Dom Perignon Epernay 2000 R 2858 The ultimate: Fresh crisp crystalline scents with hints of dried ginger, aniseed and pear on the palate.

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1 FRENCH CHAMPAGNE Champagne is a sparkling wine produced by inducing the in-bottle secondary fermentation of the wine to effect carbonation. The term "Champagne" is used to refer to wine produced exclusively within the Champagne region of France, from which it takes its name. Excellent with oysters, sushi, most desserts or simply on its own. Bollinger AY N/V R 980 Special Cuvee Brut This non-vintage is the epitome of Bollinger style, combining roundness, body and elegance with hints of brioche and citrus on the palate. Billecart Salmon Mareuil Sur-Ay N/V R 680 Brut Reserve Crisp dry Champagne beautifully produced with hints of crisp green apple and light buttery undertones with a well rounded palate. Duval Leroy Vertus N/V R 706 Paris Brut Let this wine transport you to Paris from the elegant silk screened bottle to the Champagne on the inside, this speaks of elegance and tradition. Moët & Chandon Epernay N/V R 730 Cuvee Brut Probably the most well know of all Champagnes excellent with crisp dry finish and smooth full bodied mousse. Dom Perignon Epernay 2000 R 2858 The ultimate: Fresh crisp crystalline scents with hints of dried ginger, aniseed and pear on the palate. Veuve Clicquot Reims N/V R 705 Yellow Label Brut Medium dry, full bodied Champagne that is rich in fruit with good body and length. Dampierre Chenay N/V R 693 Cuvee des Ambassdeurs Fantastic mousse with hints of biscuit, toasted almonds and intense fruit, subtle & crisp. Lallier AY N/V R 503 Premier Cuvee This Champagne has maturity and presence. It s delicately fruity and elegant with hints of apricot and buttery rich brioche. Pommery Reims N/V R 690 Brut Royal Harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, fresh and elegant with hints of brioche and lime. Pommery Reims N/V R 890 Summer Time Selected Chardonnay crus making fresh lively champagne with bursting crisp apple and lemon flavours. 1

2 METHODE CAP CLASSIQUE South African equivelent of French Champagne also made in the traditional French way with second fermentation in the bottle, unlike normal sparkling wines. Oysters, most seafood, salads and desserts. Veenwouden Paarl 2008 R 388 Rare and by allocation only! Good yeasty complexity surrounds this unique and secret blend of red and white grape varietals. Teddy Hall Stellenbosch 2005 R 406 Blanc de Blancs 100% Chardonnay elegant refined mousse with rich brioche character. Muratie 1763 Stellenbosch 2007 ***1/2 R 328 Very rare; produced in limited quantity. Firm full bodied mousse with hints of baked apple and brioche. Pierre Jourdan Franschoek N/V **** R 233 Blanc de Blancs Pure Chardonnay. Baked apple flavours with full bodied mousse and crisp dry finish. Graham Beck Robertson N/V **** R 176 Brut Rose Classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend with delicate touches of strawberry and candy floss with a crisp dry finish. Pierre Jourdan Franschhoek N/V ***1/2 R 203 Belle Rose Made from Pinot Noir with enchanting pink hue. Hints of ripe berries and Turkish delight. Graham Beck Robertson N/V **** R 173 Bliss Demi-Sec Slightly sweet, light with lively mousse and lots of fresh tropical fruit on palate. Mooiplaas Stellenbosch N/V ***1/2 R 190 Duel Crisp clean notes of Chardonnay, with a fine mousse and well balanced acidity. Groote Post Darling N/V *** R 170 Old Mans Sparkle Crushed strawberries and plum notes with hints of candy floss with a lively mousse. Weltevrede Robertson N/V **** R 176 Philip Jonker Entheos Chardonnay, Pinot Noir with hints of brioche & lemon zest and a refreshing palate. Steenberg Constantia N/V **** R Made from 100% Chardonnay, lucious citrus and lime aromas with lively dense mousse. Graham Beck Zero Robertson 2005 **** R 320 Delicious zero dosage, bone dry with perfect balance between acidity and fruit - simply superb! 2

3 SAUVIGNON BLANC Sauvignon Blanc is a green-skinned grape variety, which originates from the Bordeaux region of France. It is usually light to medium bodied with a racy refreshing palate. Sauvignon Blanc is the most popular white varietal in South Africa. Seafood, pasta, chicken and salads. Springfield Robertson 2011 **** R 166 Life from Stone Flinty, with pungent lemon grass, zesty passion fruit and mineral after taste. First Sighting Elim 2010 ***1/2 R 115 Tropical fruit flavours. Flavoursome and a perfect lunch companion. Hermanuspietersfontein Hermanus 2011 **** R 177 No. 7 Robust with hints of asparagus and citrus on the nose with lingering fruit on the palate. Rietvallei Estate Robertson 2011 **1/2 R 98 Lush tropical & granadilla flavours with well balanced acidity. Perfect for summer lunch. Cederberg Cederberg 2010/2011 **** R 166 Fantastic crisp, focused with serious minerality and lingering finish. Constantia Glen Constantia 2010 ****1/2 R 170 Cool climate, with complex mineral and citrus fruit aromas. Diemersdal Durbanville 2011 **** R 105 Bursting goose berry, kiwi and lime fruits on the nose with clean mineral finish. La Motte Franschhoek 2011 ***1/2 R 133 Super Sauvignon flavours with hints of green apple, lime and gooseberries. Lands End Elim 2010 **** R 133 Rich, ripe and smoky with canned pea and salt aromas. Full bodied with green figs and peaches on the palate. Louis Nel Stellenbosch 2010 (not rated) R 166 Fantastic minerality and tropical fruit on the nose with lingering finish superb! Steenberg Cederberg 2010 **** R 165 Hints of nettle and green melon with well balanced acidity and crisp clean finish. Weltevrede Robertson 2010 **** R 150 The Travelling Stone Herbaceous flavours of asparagus and green fig, with a creamy rich palate and crisp bone dry finish. 3

4 CHENIN BLANC Chenin Blanc is a white wine grape variety from the Loire valley of France. Its high acidity means it can be used to make everything from sparkling wines to well-balanced dessert wines. It is the most widely planted variety in South Africa, where it is also known as Steen. Creamy fish dishes, salmon and fruit based desserts. Un Wooded: Ken Forrester Stellenbosch 2011 *** R 88 Petit Chenin Juicy un-wooded Chenin with vivid fresh rhubarb and light kiwi fruit character with crisp clean dry finish. Veenwouden Paarl 2010 *** R 113 Vivat Bacchus Hints of pear and gooseberries with a light citrus finish. Superb summer wine. Wooded: Mulderbosch Stellenbosch 2010 ***1/2 R 113 Steen op Hout Oaked brushed Chenin with pleasant honey bouquet. The FMC Stellenbosch 2008 ***** R 443 Exceptional Chenin bench mark of South African Chenin s, silky smooth layers of buttered toast with tangy lime acidity. Graham Beck Robertson 2010 ****1/2 R 118 The Game Reserve Excellent flavours of pineapple, melon and honey, with full juicy palate and crisp finish. Donkiesbaai Piekenierskloof 2011 R 285 Subtle hints of lime and almond with white peach and lime on the palate. Cederberg Cederberg 2010 ***1/2 R 145 Tropical aromas, and a zest acidity with a fresh tasty dry finish. 4

5 CHARDONNAY Chardonnay is a green-skinned grape variety used to make white wine. It is originated from the Burgundy wine region of eastern France. Chardonnay is almost always dry, very versatile and various styles can be found. Medium bodied: Cheese and egg dishes, seafood and white meat. Full bodied: Rich cream based sauces, duck and salmon. Un-Wooded: Rietvallei Robertson 2011 *** R 96 Natural and un-wooded with crisp clean notes of apple and pears with an elegant lingering after finish. Thornhill Paarl 2011 ****1/2 R 110 Hints of apricot and almond on the nose, with hints of lime and lemon on the palate. Wooded: La Motte Franschhoek 2009 **** R 158 Barrel fermented with roasted nuts, citrus peel and peaches on the nose, elegant and superb Chardonnay. Glen Carlou Paarl 2010 **** R 173 Rich round fruity flavours of green apple and hints of roasted peach with well integrated oak. De Krans Calitzdorp 2011 **1/2 R 150 Shy white blossoms with hints of lime and lemon. Creation Hemel & Aarde 2010 **** R 176 Satin smooth with lemon and peach notes on the nose. Restrainedly rich with a bone dry finish. Glen Carlou Paarl 2010 ****1/2 R 413 Quartz Stone Complex and focused 11 months in new French oak barrels. Abundant lime, quince, marmalade and marzipan flavours with tangy after finish. Bouchard Finlayson Hemel & Aarde Valley 2009 **** R 187 Kaaimansgat Restrained but intense flavours of crushed almonds, cucumber and pear well integrated oaking with lingering finish. La Vierge Hemel & Aarde Valley 2009 ***1/2 R 168 Jezebelle Seductive notes of lemon and lime, and rich flavours of citrus and vanilla. Well balanced with a long smooth finish. La Bri Franschoek 2010 **** R 160 Subtle oak flavours with a fresh and creamy palate. 5

6 GEWüRZTRAMINER Gewürztraminer is an aromatic wine grape variety that performs best in cooler climates. Gewürztraminer is a variety with a pink to red skin colour, which makes it a "white wine grape ". The variety has high natural sugar and the wines are white and usually off dry, with a flamboyant bouquet of litchi s. Perfect for fragrant curries and smoked salmon. Altydgedacht Durbanville 2011 *** R 98 A dry Gewurztraminer, refreshingly light and appealing with rose petal and light spice on the nose and tropical fruit on the palate. PINOT GRIGIO Italian grape varietal may also be called Pinot Gris. This wine made Italian style has fruity and floral bouquet with very pale straw colour. Seafood, pasta, chicken and salads. Terra Del Capo Franschhoek 2011 *** R 116 Light and breezy with hints of green apple, peaches and almond easy drinking wine excellent lunch companion. WHITE BLENDS Increasingly popular in South Africa with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc forming the base of most white blends. Suitable for most seafood dishes, chicken and light fish curries. Nativo Swartland 2009 **** R 150 Rich blend of Chenin Blanc. Viognier and Verdelho, tropical fruit notes with fine mineral undertone. Haute Cabriere Franschhoek 2010 *** R 133 Chardonnay/Pinot Noir blend, pale blush colour with juicy red apple and candyfloss flavours. Ashbourne Walker Bay 2006 **** R 428 Sandstone Extremely rare, superb blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Semillion, subtle hints of vanilla and butter with well balanced acidity and lingering finish - Superb! 6

7 ROSé and BLANC DE NOIR Normally made from wide variety of grapes may be dry, off dry sweet or semi sweet. Mostly made from Pinotage, Merlot and Cabernet with light pink salmon colour to dark ruby red. Most salads, line fish and sushi. Peter Falke Stellenbosch 2009 *** R 115 Blanc de Noir Pale onion skin colour with hints of cassis and candy floss with medium dry finish. Morgenster Stellenbosch 2010/2011 *** R 148 Caruso Rosé made from Sangiovese, generous cherry undertones with vibrant grip and dry finish. Cederberg Cederberg 2011 *** R 89 Good food wine. Full flavoured and dry with hints of strawberries and candied apple. Hermanuspietersfontein Hermanus 2011 ***1/2 R 115 Bloos Hints of turkish delight, strawberries and candy floss with dry fruity palate and clean crisp finish. De Grendel Durbanville 2011 *** R 85 Easy drinking, fruit driven with luscious berry fragrances and well balanced palate. Sijnn Malagas 2009 ***1/2 R 180 Extraordinary wine made up of Trincadeira, Mourvedre and Shiraz, savoury rather than fruity with hints of morello cherries and tea leaves superb! Vrede en Lust Paarl 2011 *** R 89 Jess Pinotage & Shiraz Rosé with hints of clove, all spice and fresh berry bursting palate. 7

8 PINOT NOIR Pinot noir is a black wine grape variety of the species vitis vinifera. Generally light to medium bodied depending on the degree of wood maturation. Excellent served slightly chilled with a characteristic pale red colour. Roast poultry, duck, tuna and salmon. Creation Walker Bay 2010 **** R 223 Intense fragrant bouquet with elegant aromas of vanilla and wood spice. Glen Carlou Paarl 2008 **** R **** Magnum 1.5l R 490 Outspoken yet elegant Pinot Noir with smooth tannins and hints of mulberry and chocolate. Hamilton Russell Walker Bay 2009 **** R 483 Burgundy inspired Pinot Noir aromatic seduction of tobacco, cedar spice and black cherries restrained and seductive. Groote Post Darling 2009 **** R 198 Delicate with lots of red currents and starberries on the nose. With subtle hints of oak spice. La Vierge Walker Bay 2009 ***1/2 R 263 Fantastic Pinot Noir with subtle hints of cranberry and sweet truffle. Meerlust Stellenbosch 2010 *****1/2 R 330 Substantial and aromatic with black cherry and cigar box whiffs, full bodied with lingering finish. Bouchard Finlayson Hemel & Aarde Valley 2009 **** R 395 Galpin Peak Bursting red fruits with hints of strawberry and oak spice, delicate and refined palate. 8

9 CABERNET SAUVIGNON Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's most widely recognized red wine grape varieties. These wines are nearly always wooded to develop the their potential of the grape. Generally full bodied and robust. A true Cabernet Sauvignon will improve over time when the tannins become softer and more smoother. Red meat, lamb, game birds and rich casseroles. Mooiplaas Stellenbosch 2008 ***1/2 R 160 Elegant and restrained with pure dark berry flavours with hints of vanilla and oak. Glen Carlou Paarl 2009 **** R 170 Rich Layers of dark fruit with rounded tannins and dry cedar finish. Le Riche Stellenbosch 2008 ****1/2 R 252 Finely grained sculptured excellence with wild bramble berry impressions backed by excellent integrated wood finish. Rietvallei Robertson 2009 **1/2 R *** Magnum 1.5l R 235 Full bodied with abundant fruit and dark chocolate flavours on the palate. Hartenberg Stellenbosch 2008 **** R 223 Cassis, forest floor and tobacco notes on the nose with rich prune and dried fruit on the palate. Glen Carlou Paarl 2008 ****1/2 R 568 Gravel Quarry Powerful Cab with loads of ripe rich dark fruits beautifully layered with hints of violets and cedar on the palate. Springfield Robertson 2009 *** R 202 Whole Berry Charming berry fruit flavours with ripe black cherry and vanilla aromas. Rust & Vrede Stellenbosch 2008 **** R 235 Big & bold, with rich dark berry fruits and silky smooth tannis. L Avenir Stellenbosch 2008 **** R 180 Leather and spice notes with subtle sweetness ans bursting red berries on the palate. 9

10 PINOTAGE South Africa's signature variety. Pinotage was cloned in 1925 as a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsaut. It typically produces deep red varietal wines with smoky, bramble and earthy flavours, sometimes with notes of bananas and tropical fruit. Recommended with traditional South African dishes and venison. Kaapzicht Stellenbosch 2008 ****1/2 R 168 Classy ripe cherry and cocoa flavours with subtle oaking and full rich finish. Diemersdal Durbanville 2010 **** R 140 Ripe mulberry and banana with smoky undertones and lingering finish. Middelvlei Stellenbosch 2010 ***1/2 R 138 Free Run Luscious fruit flavours, bursting black berry fruit with smooth tannins and juicy palate. Marianne Estate Paarl 2005 ***1/2 R 184 Luscious ripe banana and plum flavours with rich supple tannins and loads of sweet red berries on the palate. Mooiplaas Stellenbosch 2008 ***1/2 R 143 Juicy mulberry and red currant fruit with agile tannins very accessible. Hidden Valley Stellenbosch 2009 **** R 158 Aromatic plum, vanilla and mint on the nose with rich mocha and mulberry on the palate. Rijks Tulbagh 2007 **** R 355 Reserve Coffee spiked plums with savoury yet spicy palate, silky smooth tannins with delicious lingering finish. 10

11 SYRAH/SHIRAZ Syrah or Shiraz is a dark-skinned grape grown throughout the world and used primarily to produce powerful red wines. Whether sold as Syrah or Shiraz, these wines enjoy great popularity. Characterized by hints of cloves and spice on the nose and dark red fruits on the palate. Meat stews, roast duck and other red meat dishes. D Airia Durbanville 2008 **** R 244 Soprano Reserve Silky smooth with subtle spice in a rich dark fruity mouth. Hartenberg Stellenbosch 2007 **** R 210 Loads of mulberries with smooth firm tannins and a juicy palate. Rietvallei Robertson 2008 ***1/2 R 195 Special Select Bursting red fruit with hints of all spice and vanilla, subtle well integrated tannins Rijks Tulbagh 2006 **** R 245 Private Cellar Opulent and well structured with layers of raspberry, nutmeg and vanilla. Veenwouden Paarl 2008 **** R 293 Concentrated fruits, juicy red berries with hints of oak spice, violets and mocha. Steenberg Constantia 2009 ****1/2 R 198 Soft perfumed nose with hints of vanilla and mace, smooth tannins and long lingering finish. First Sighting Elim 2009 ***1/2 R 135 Appealing black pepper bouquet with hints of cigar smoke and spicy red berries. Mont du Toit Wellington 2010 ***1/2 R 135 Fragrant and fruity and supple with hints of spice and vanilla. Cederberg Cederberg 2008 **** R 265 Big and fruity with hints of stewed fruit and oak spice. 11

12 MERLOT Merlot is a darkly blue coloured wine grape, that is used as both a blending grape and for varietal wines. Merlot makes elegant medium to full bodied wines that are lush and velvety, with soft, integrated tannins. This wine generally drinks very well and matches most red meat dishes. Light to full flavoured red meat dishes including tuna. Rust & Vrede Stellenbosch 2010 **** R 235 Fresh sumptuous fruit laden palate, anchored with firm dry base excellent. Veenwouden Paarl 2009 **** R 290 Serious and classy ethereal scents of violets and spice, beautifully structured palate and fine pleated tannins. Diemersdal Durbanville 2010 **** R 138 Delicate bursting ripe red cherries with hints of mint on the nose with soft well integrated finish. Hartenberg Stellenbosch 2008 **** R 239 Sublime whiffs of violets resting on a dark plum base with silky texture and lingering after taste. Steenberg Constantia 2009 ****1/2 R 210 Rich plum and mulberry nose with sweet juice fruit on the palate and well balanced tannin structure. La Bri Franschhoek 2009 ***1/2 R138 Abundant fruit on the nose and palate with robust tannin structure. Mont du Toit Wellington 2010 ***1/2 R 135 Bursting ripe plums with savoury black olive tones. Superbly balanced with beautiful soft texture. Meerlust Stellenbosch 2008 ****1/2 R 360 Herbal undertones with mulberry and red berry fruit with firm tannins and restrained finish. 12

13 CABERNET FRANC Fairly rare as single bottled cultivar, one of the noble Bordeaux cultivars. Usually has a tomato vine scent and form one of the great blending cultivars in Bordeaux blends. Meat stews, roast duck and other red meat dishes. Oldenburg Stellenbosch 2008 R 263 Intense flavours of ripe cherries and black currant aromas with plush mocha and coffee flavours. NEBBIOLO Nebbiolo produces lightly colored red wines which can be highly tannic in youth with scents of tar and roses. As they age, the wines take on a characteristic brick-orange hue at the rim of the glass and mature to reveal other aromas and flavors such as violets, wild herbs, cherries, raspberries, truffles, tobacco and prunes. Beef, venison and lamb dishes. Steenberg Constantia 2007 **** R 255 Robust and bold with sweet tobacco, clove and violet aromas with plush and tannins and firm full finish on the palate. SANGIOVESE Classic Italian red cultivar: Sangiovese has fresh fruity flavours of strawberry and a little spiciness, but it readily takes on oaky, even tarry, flavours when aged in barrels. Beef, venison and lamb dishes. Terra del Capo Franschhoek 2008 ***1/2 R 143 Sweet and sour cherries with distinctive savoury supple finish. CINSAULT Meat stews, roast duck and other red meat dishes. Howard Booysen Stellenbosch 2011 *** R 118 Bushy red fruits, with lucious fruity mouth feel. 13

14 BORDEAUX STYLE BLENDS Bordeaux style blends could range from medium to full bodied wines. These wines all have Cabernet as their back bone with Merlot, Cabernet franc, Malbec or Petit Verdot added to form the blend. Super with rich stews, venison and beef. Veenwouden Paarl 2005 **** R 360 Classic Opulent blend with rich forest floor fruits fleshed out with mocha and silky smooth tannins. Hermanuspietersfontein Hermanus 2008 **** R 185 Kleinboet Fruit driven blend with soft over ripe fruit on palate and well integrated tannins. Rietvallei Robertson 2007 **** R 215 Esteanna Luscious Cab based blend with dollops of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, spicy undertones with stewed fruit drive palate. Le Riche Imported 2004 R 270 Bergerac Typical floral merlot fruitiness on the nose with soft tannin structure of Cabernet on the palate. Constantia Glen Constantia 2004 ****1/2 R 245 No3. Fine boned with ripe tannins and a aromatic complexity. Fantastic fruity palate and long delicious finish on the palate. Hidden Valley Stellenbosch 2006 **** R 180 Big and bold with great depth and intensity. Hints of liquorice and black current. Hermanuspietersfontein Hermanus 2006 **** R 268 Arnoldus Big blend of Cab, Merlot, Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Bold dark fruits with subtle tannis. Anthonij Rupert Franschhoek 2005 **** R 250 Optima Rich plum fruit and ripe black currants on the nose and a vibrant fruity palate. La Bri Affinity Franschoek 2006 **** R 175 Mainly Cab, Merlot with Cab Franc and Petit Verdot. Suave and creamy with dark fruit and fine smooth tannins. Morgenster Stellenbosch 2008 ****1/2 R 220 Lourens River Valley 2003 ****1/2 R ****1/2 R 280 Excellent, bursting with black and red berries, firm subtle package. 14

15 RHôNE STYLE BLENDS This blend normally consists of Viognier and Syrah. This blend is known to be warm and spicy with beautiful perfumed bouquet. Excellent with Mediterranean style dishes, beef and lamb. Boekenhoutskloof Franschhoek 2010 **** R 360 The Chocolate Block 2009 ****1/2 R 380 Shiraz based with Grenache, Cinsaut, Cab and Viognier among the varietals used. Bold fruit driven palate with warm sensuous notes of oak and smoky mocha flavours. CAPE BLENDS Cape blends normally consist of Pinotage, Cabernet, Merlot or Shiraz. Cape blends showcase the best cultivars suited to our climate and could be medium to full bodied. Venison, beef and lamb dishes. Graham Beck Robertson 2007 ****1/2 R 182 The William Sleek Cape blend with hints of plum, mulberry, prunes and close knit tannins. MEDITERRANEAN BLENDS Mediterranean style blends normally made up of unusual cultivars specific to the Mediterranean climate. These blends may be light-medium to full bodied. Beef, tomato based pasta sauces and chicken dishes. Terra del Capo Franschhoek 2007 **** R 194 Arné Sangiovese/Merlot blend with hints of sour cherries and cassis with flavour full mid palate. Bouchard Finlayson Walker Bay 2008 ****1/2 R 285 Hannibal Unusual aromatic blend with hints of strawberries, cherries and smoky whiffs. Silky blend of Nebiollo, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Barbera and Mourvedre. Sijnn Malagas 2008 **** R 280 Bold and different! Fruit and earthy notes with hints of tobacco and currents with clean fresh palate. 15

16 OTHER BLENDS Red blends made up of other cultivars, producing medium to full bodied wines. Super with rich stews, venison and beef. Rust & Vrede Stellenbosch 2007 ****1/2 R 496 Estate Blend Cab, Shiraz, Merlot blend, serious well focused and full bodied with rich, ripe dark fruits and subtle tannins. Louis Nel Stellenbosch 2010 R 145 Black Forest Over-flowing aromas of chocolate and cherries, with mouth-hugging tannis. Mont du Toit Wellington 2002/2003 **** R 205 Mont du Toit Power house of dense dark fruit with well padded tannins with a full body and a lingering after finish. Louis Nel Stellenbosch 2008 *** R 160 Cabernet/Merlot blend, juicy palate bursting with dark red fruits with full mouth feel and lingering finish. 16

17 MUSCADEL Made from Muscat grapes this wine is normally full bodied and rich with subtle to full sweetness. Excellent with desserts or on crushed ice. Enjoy with cheese and most desserts. Per 50ml Rietvallei Robertson 2008 ***1/2 R 26 Classic grape and rooibos aromas with hints of honey and vanilla. Rietvallei Robertson 2008 ****1/2 R Clean and spicy with candied cherry, fruit cake and nutty aromas. PORT Port is typically a sweet red wine, but also comes in dry, semi-dry and white varieties. It is often served as a dessert wine. Wines in the style of port are produced around the world in several countries most notably Australia, South Africa, Canada, India, Argentina and the United States. Enjoy with cheese and most desserts. Per 50ml De Krans Calitzdorp R 24 Cape Ruby Delicious red fruit with hints of vanilla and oak with sweet full bodied palate. De Krans Calitzdorp R 26 Cape Tawny Average age of 8 years with glorious nutty, tea leaf and fudge on the nose followed by toasted nuts and wild honey on the palate. Cockburns Portugal R 35 Full fresh and fruity with luscious deep red colour. Toasted nuts and sweet caramel and toffee on the palate. Allesverloren Swartland R26 Ubundent spice and dark fruit, caramel and toasted nuts on the nose. 17

18 FINE FRENCH COGNAC According to French Law, in order to bear the name, Cognac must meet strenuous legal requirements, ensuring that the 300 year old production process remains unchanged. It must be made from at least 90% Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, or Colombard grapes, although Ugni Blanc, specifically Saint-Emilion grapes, are today virtually the exclusive variety used. Per 25ml Remy Martin France V.S.O.P R 58 Classic Cognac, full bodied with hints of vanilla and wood smoke. Dampierre France X.O R 110 Ultimate Cognac from Remy Martin. Full bodied with soft laced aromas with lingering fruity palate. Delamain France Premier Cru R 58 One of the oldest family owned Cognac Distilleries, excellent pale dry finish. ARMAGNAC Armagnac is a distinctive kind of brandy or eau de vie produced in the Armagnac region in Gascony, Southwest France. It is distilled from wine usually made from a blend of grapes including Ugni Blanc, Colombard, and Baco Blanc. Marquis de Caussade France V.S R 38 Sublimely nutty with honey and hints of vanilla and peach on the palate. CALVADOS Calvados is distilled from specially grown and selected apples, of which there are over 200 named varieties. It is not uncommon for a Calvados producer to use over 100 specific varieties of apple to produce their Calvados. Busnel France Fine R 28 Matured for minimum of 2 years with whiff of butterscotch and toasted almonds. Busnel France V.S.O.P R 34 Matured minimum of 4 years in French oak. Subtle hints of honey and caramelised apple. 18

19 PREMIUM BRANDY SELECTION SOUTH AFRICAN BRANDY Brandy is a spirit produced by distilling wine, the wine having first being produced by fermenting grapes. Brandy generally contains 36% - 60 % alcohol y volume and it is typically taken has an after dinner drink, whilst some Brandies are aged in wooden casks, most are coloured with caramel colouring to imitate the effect of such aging. Per 25ml Klipdrift Stellenbosch Premium R 20 Unhurried maturation and meticulous blending ensured a smooth brandy with hints of smoke and dried fruit. KWV Stellenbosch 3 Year R 18 Distilled in copper pot stills. Whiffs of vanilla, peach and oak. KWV Stellenbosch 5 Year R 20 Pot stilled and aged in oak for 5 years with hints of vanilla, honey and oak. KWV Stellenbosch 10 Year R 26 Pot stilled and oaked for 10 years with, dried peaches, vanilla and hints of cigar on the nose. Van Ryn s Stellenbosch 12 Year R 35 Voted world s best brandy. Berry and vanilla aromas with nuances of dried fruit and prominent oak flavours. Nederburg Stellenbosch Solera Potstill R 28 Handcrafted from classic cultivars, blended using a Solera, smooth and aromatic nose and palate. Sydney Back Paarl 12 Year R 38 Estate brandy, double distilled and matured in Limousin oak barrels. Hints of vanilla, caramel and oak on the nose and dried fruit on the palate. Ladismith Klein Karoo Potstill R 28 Brandy form the Klein Karoo. Light peach and vanilla aroumas, with a clean dry finish. Pierre Jourdan Franschoek Potstill R 30 Fin de Jourdan Extra dry, hints of honey and almond on the nose with a long finish. Kaapzicht Stellenbosch 10 Year R 35 Honey tone with hints of caramel and oak spice on the nose. Refreshing and elegant. 19