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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.

White Wines

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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Red Wines
 
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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Dessert Wines
 
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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