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Xai
Xai's Reserve list consists of a hand picked selection of the finest
cultivars produced in the South African winelands.
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Ken Forrester ~ The FMC 2006
Chenin Blanc
Full, rich showing vanilla and honey
flavours and a forever finish
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Fairview ~ Oom Pagel 2004
Semillon
Gooseberry and grassy aromas mingle with
hints of citrus rind and pineapple. Fresh acidity and round
mid palate, courtesy of oak. Long rich finish.
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Vergelegen
Flagship White
White Blend ~ Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Rich, serene & subtly powerful. Hinting citrus & discreet
oak, abundant flavors linger.
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Lindhorst ~ Statement Shiraz,
Merlot Blend
Blackcurrant-plum fruit against the subtle
oak, with sweet vanilla pod/crème brulee silkiness and
gentle spice. Fine linear tannins with a long supple finish.
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Goats do Roam ~ Goat Roti
Blend ~ Shiraz Vionier
Deep vibrant purple. Subtle floral and
aromatic notes yield to ripe fruit and peppery aromas. Juicy
layered ripe fruit and silky tannins.
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Spice Route ~ Malabar Cape
Blend ~ Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Pinotage, Grenache
& Viognier
Ripe plums, with dark chocolate and allspice.
Some upfront fruit. Very rich, with layers and layers of flavour.
A lingering elegant finish with ripe tannins.
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Detoren ~ Fusion V 2004
Bordeaux Style Blend ~ Cab
Sauv., Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Vibrant aromas of blackcurrant, minerals,
bitter chocolate and licorice. Long Subtle Finish
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Peter Andrew ~ Ingenium
Bordeaux Style Blend ~ Cab
Sauv., Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Bold fruit layered over soft, supple
tannins.Cassis, cedar, pencil shavings and fruitcake on the
nose.
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Boekenhoudskloof ~ Chocolate
Block 2004 Syrah, Grenache Noir,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, & Viognier
Hints of Dark Chocolate and ripe fruit.
Rich & full with a generous mouth feel.
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Bellvue estate ~ P.K. morkel 2002 Pinotage
Concentrated blackberry, plum, chocolate
and vanilla flavours on the nose.
Abundant fruit, well integrated oak flavours & supple silky
tannin structure.
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Neil Ellis ~ Selection 2000 Cabernet
Sauvignon
High-toned blackcurrent, voilet and cedar
aromas with touches of mint.
A opulent but youthful palate, plummy fruit, backed by new oak
& fine tannins.
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Rustenberg ~ Peter Barlow 2004 Cabernet
Sauvignon
Wonderful and complex nose. Upfront perfume,
intermingled with concentrated
cassis and black cherries and some herbaceousness.
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Thelema ~ The Mint ???? Cabernet
Sauvignon
Concentrated cassis, mocha and dark chocolate
flavours spring to the fore, with a distinctive fresh mint character.
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Ernie Els ~ Limited Release 2003 Bordeaux
Style Blend ~ Cab Sauv., Cab Franc, Merlot, Malbec,
Petit Verdot
Delicate red and black fruit aromas,
mingled with floral notes, hints of leather and herbs. Mocha
with juicy fruit tannins, a marriage of oak & fruit with
a long nutty finish.
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Raats family ~ Cabernet Fanc 2005 Cabernet
Franc
Dark plum, cherry, cinnamon & clove
notes on the nose. Concentrated, silky
round tannins, showing smoky dark chocolate & rich, plum
flavours.
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Klein Constancia ~ Vin de Constance 2001 Muscat
de Frontignan (muscat blanc á petits grains)
A heady mix of floral Muscat and fresh
citric notes. The palate is balanced with
flavours of dried mangos, dried apricots and honey, with a long
fresh finish.
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Ken Forrester ~ The T
Chenin Blanc Noble Late Harvest
Balanced sugar and acidity, exceptional
finesse and deep concentration. Ripe , yet tangy with sweet
and sour zip, soft spice on the finish.
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