De Jager HOMTINI Syrah Viognier Paarl RSA

Made from Gamay and Shiraz is strikingly good. It is dry and cherry scented. (12 x 75 cl)

There is very little Carignan grown in South Africa. Charles Back found these Carignan grapes while looking for old vine Pinotage. The yields of the vineyard was 6.29 tons per hectare, and the wine shows a lovely complexity and rich, ripe fruit. This vintage is a vibrant, deep, crimson red in colour, with a dark spicy nose, and with aromas of cloves, nutmeg and some liquorice. Also, touches of ripe black currents and black cherries are evident. It has a rich, medium body, with firm tannins and a long finish. (12 x 75 cl)

Boland Kelder MONTESTELL Pinotage Cinsault Paarl RSA from South Africa, Paarl by Boland Kelder Daljosafat Paarl (12 x 75 cl)

Fresh, zesty, unoaked Chenin with plenty of ripe, almost tropical fruit. Pineapple, guava and green mango mix with racy lemon and lime citrus. A former co-operative, Boland is one of the great success stories of South African wine since the return of democracy, embracing the black empowerment movement in South Africa, to the point where a large numbers of workers now have a stake in this incredibly forward-looking company. Sourcing grapes from a large area around Paarl gives Boland great flexibility in their wines and the ability to respond to what the market demands. Bibendum works very closely with them to ensure all the wines we source from them are the perfect match for UK tastes. (12 x 75 cl)

The La Beryl Blanc from Fairview was produced from hand harvested Chenin Blanc and Semillon. Charles Back added Semillon to the blend this year to add complexity to the Chenin Blanc. The grapes were delicately laid out on beds of straw to desiccate. Eventually the bunches lost about 75% of their volume, intensifying the flavour and sweetness of the berries. The grapes were gently pressed and the juice fermented in French oak barrels. This sweet Chenin is rich yet balanced, and offers superb value for a sweet wine of this quality. Fairview is situated on the lower slopes of Mt. Paarl, the mountain that gives its name to this warm region, which is more sheltered from the moderating maritime influence than nearby Stellenbosch. Fairview has been planted with vines since 1699, when it was known by the name of Bloemkwoolfontein . Fortunately, its name was changed to Fairview by an English owner at the beginning of the 20th century. The property was bought by the grandfather of current owner, Charles Back, in 1937, and was subsequently run by his father, Cyril. Charles has run it for the past 25 years. ''I've spent most of that time in search of a style I'm happy with,'' says Fairview's driving force Charles Back. ''I'm happy that we're now getting plush fruit but with good grip, so better balanced wines.'' (12 x 50 cl)

Boland Kelder BOLAND CELLAR Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Paarl RSA from South Africa, Paarl by Boland Kelder Daljosafat Paarl (12 x 75 cl)

Colour A bright pink colour Nose Aromas redolent of strawberries and candy floss Palate Has a lively acidity, plenty of strawberry fruits and a persistent finish (12 x 75 cl)

Colour Deep red, full colour to the rim. Nose Quite aromatic with blackcurrant and black cherry flavours.The smoky nose reveals cigar box and cedarwood aromas. Palate This full (6 x 75 cl)

Colour A bright greeny-yellow colour Nose A zesty wine filled with scents of tropical fruit. Palate A grassy edge coupled with a minerally freshness is complimented with a lingering aftertaste. (12 x 75 cl)