La Pizza Pazza WINE LIST. We invite you to browse through our hand selected list of wines, carefully chosen to complement your dining experience.

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1 La Pizza Pazza WINE LIST We invite you to browse through our hand selected list of wines, carefully chosen to complement your dining experience. We have included some basic information about each wine, including the current Platter Wine Guide star rating, to assist you in your choice. Please ask your waitron for any further assistance you may require. Cin cin! Platter Star Rating Explanation ***** 5 Stars Superlative. A Cape Classic **** 4 Stars Excellent *** 3 Stars Good everyday drinking ** 2 Stars Casual Quaffing Right of admission reserved Corkage Fee: R35.00 per bottle All items are subject to availability Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards accepted Reservations and Enquiries:

2 METHODE CAP CLASSIQUE Jacques Bruére Brut Reserve 450 Robertson ***** (5 Star) Expresses both intensity and delicacy. Toasted nutty characters infused with stone fruits complimented by rich, creamy biscuit flavours. Lingering finish Krone Night Nectar Demi Sec 255 Tulbagh **** (4 Star) A creamy, fine mousse. Expressive aromas of baked golden apple and almonds. Refreshing lemon curd and subtle marzipan flavours fill the palate. Spier Methode Cap Classique 210 Youthful apple and raspberry flavours with notes of lime ROSE & BLANC DE NOIR Boschendal Blanc De Noir 110 Effortless, just-dry, pale salmon hue, aromas of fresh strawberries and red fruit Theuniskraal Rose (Semi-Sweet) 75 Tulbagh **½ (2½ Star) 25 This fragrant wine is semi-sweet, low in alcohol and made to delight! Darling Cellars Classic Rose (Dry) 75 Darling **½ (2½ Star) 25 Pomegranate and cranberry in colour, this is what summer drinking is all about. Strawberries and Turkish Delight on the nose and mouth-watering fruity flavours

3 WHITE WINES SAUVIGNON BLANC Neil Ellis Groenekloof Sauvignon Blanc 185 Darling ****½ (4½ Star) Predominant flavours are those of tropical fruit with herbaceous overtones, whilst the overall impression is of elegance and delicacy with a long flavoursome finish Hartenberg Sauvignon Blanc 145 Vibrant freshness, with passion fruit and asparagus flavours leading through to a long, soft finish Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 95 Gooseberry and tropical fruit flavours with a moderate mid-plate weight. Firm acidity and bone-dry finish Klawer Sauvignon Blanc 75 Olifants River *** (3 Star) 25 Ripe tropical flavours with grassy undertones excite the senses and carries through on the palate

4 CHENIN BLANC Anthonij Rupert Protea Chenin Blanc 125 A shy nose with hints of green apricot, pear drop and tangerine. The mouth has tangy, crisp and lively nectarine and apricot flavours Villiera Chenin Blanc 110 Stellenbosch *** (3 Star) A balanced dry white wine, rich in character. The tropical aromas are enhanced by a hint of spice from the use of oak Spier Signature Chenin Blanc 95 Stellenbosch *** (3 Star) Aromas of peach and tropical fruit with subtle hints of Kiwi fruit CHARDONNAY Warwick First Lady Chardonnay 165 Intense nose of fresh pineapple, lemon, citrus and floral notes. The mid-palate is broad and appealing supported by a lingering acidity Anthonij Rupert Protea Chardonnay 125 Peach and apricot aromas mingle with grapefruit and a light orange blossom overlay. A light, tangy and crisp palate with flavours of white peach and nectarine. A rich, honeyed nuance on the long, balanced finish Darling Cellars Quercus Gold Chardonnay 90 Darling *** (3 Star) White pears and tropical fruit on the nose. Clean, rounded mouth feel with juicy peach flavours on the palate

5 WHITE BLENDS Neethlingshof Six Flowers 175 Aromas of citrus and violets with spicy undertones of aniseed and cloves. A youthful wine, full on taste with a complex mouthfeel and long aftertaste SEMI SWEET WHITE WINE Theuniskraal Bouquet Blanc 75 Tulbagh *** (3 Star) 25 This delightful blend of Bukettraube and Gewurztraminer make the perfect partner to spicy food. This is a delicious semi-sweet wine LIGHT WINE Robertson Extra Light Chenin Blanc 75 Robertson **½ (2½ Star) 25 Tropical bouquet with floral notes. Ripe yellow apple and pineapple on the palate

6 RED WINES CABERNET SAUVIGNON Le Bonheur Cabernet Sauvignon 245 Full-bodied wine showing freshly crushed black pepper aromas with hints of spices. Juicy palate of brambly red fruit and well integrated vanilla tones Anthonij Rupert Protea Cabernet Sauvignon 155 Franschhoek ***½ (3½ Star) Typical fruit cake and blackcurrant leaf on the nose with a gentle hint of spices. Tasty ripe cassis and blackberry flavour is complemented by a cocoa and turned earth nuance in the mouth. Deep, dark, delicious and tantalizing... Hartenberg Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 125 Stellenbosch ***½ (3½ Star) Enduring elegant favourite. Full plum and sweet berry aromas Klawer Cabernet Sauvignon 75 Olifants River **** (4 Star) 25 Dry and refreshing with elegant tannins, smoky overtones

7 MERLOT Anthonij Rupert Protea Merlot 155 Appealing blueberry, mulberry and plum aromas. The mouth is full of juicy dark berry fruit with a light cocoa sheen. Good body, concentration and depth to the palate that is wellbalanced and structured throughout Porcupine Ridge Merlot 125 Swartland ***½ (3½ Star) Raspberry and ripe plum with vanilla flavours and a velvety texture. Smooth tannins and the subtle use of oak complement the profile Klawer Merlot 75 Olifants River *** (3 Star) 25 Well-balanced with mulberry fruit touches of cocoa and cinnamon spice. Soft, rounded tannins make this wine appealing with or without food SHIRAZ Anthonij Rupert Protea Shiraz 155 Franschhoek ***½ (3½ Star) A pleasant bouquet of black cherry, plum and smoky charcuterie with highlights of pepper and spice. The palate which is big, broad and well structured. Lovely gentle fruited finish with a rich cocoa aftertaste Durbanville Hills Shiraz 125 Durbanville *** (3 Star) Spicy pepper and nutmeg flavours combine well with the abundance of prunes, with soft tannins and a mouth-watering finish. Klawer Shiraz 75 Olifants River ** (2 Star) Intense, well-balanced wine with ripe plums and dried fruit flavours and toasty aromas

8 PINOTAGE L'Avenir Provenance Pinotage 195 Deep ruby colour. A developed nose of dark, juicy mulberry, ripe blackcurrant with a gentle whisper of vanilla-pod. A full-bodied fruit-driven palate. A velvety flow to coat the tongue and gentle tannins add structure and length Barista 135 Paarl *** (3 Star) Intense aromas on first whiff. A bouquet of rich chocolate, freshly brewed coffee, sour cherries and smokey savoury hints. The tannins are ripe, beautifully complementing the mouth-filling plum and mulberry fruit Darling Cellars Chocoholic Pinotage 95 Darling **½ (2½ Star) This decadently delicious Pinotage-based wine has a dash of Mourvedre which adds delicious blackberry fruit to this velvety-textured wine RED BLENDS Edgebaston The Pepper Pot 165 Rhone varietals of Syrah, Mouvedre, Cinsault, Grenache, Tannat, and Viognier The nose is one of crushed black pepper, dark mulberry and mixed berry coulis. Pure, clean dark red berry flavours flow onto a smooth palate Groote Post The Old Man s Blend 125 Darling **** (4 Star) A lightly oaked, easy drinking blend of Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz / Cabernet Franc with a faint touch of white pepper and spice on the nose and abundant berry and rich plum flavours on the palate Red ESCape 95 Stellenzicht ****½ (4½ Star) Sappy blend of Shiraz & Pinotage with flavours of plums and mulberries

9 SPECIALITY WINES ORGANIC WINE Reyneke Organic - Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 110 Stellenbosch ***½ (3½ Star) Blackcurrant, mulberry and hints of spice on the nose. Juicy palate of dark berry fruit with a lasting finish of accessible tannins Reyneke Organic - Sauvignon Blanc Chenin Blanc Chardonnay 95 Stellenbosch ***½ (3½ Star) Citrus, stone fruit and orange blossom on the nose. The palate is fresh and full with a refreshing finish ITALIAN VARIETALS Altydgedacht Barbera 215 Durbanville **** (4 Star) Rich red colour. Exudes dark fruit and toasty oak aromas. Velvety entry on the palate. Rounded off with fruit flavours and oaky sweetness Anthonij Rupert Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio 145 Franschhoek *** ½ (3½ Star) Tangy light peach and golden apple aromas with a waft of stone fruit and light floral hints. The palate is equally light with nectarine and peach flavour. A brush of honeysuckle richness vies with the vibrancy of freshly grated lime zest. Lovely balance of acidity and rounded honey richness which lingers long Flat Roof Manor Pinot Grigio 90 Stellenbosch *** (3 Star) A white cultivar originating from Italy, made on the Uitkyk Estate. Enjoy with salads, pizza, pasta and fish dishes. An easy drinking dry, yet pleasantly fruity wine