Wine from South Africa

jamessuckling.com, 94 points: A really stylish white with white stones, dried apricots, white blossoms, lemon curd, jasmine and caramelized citrus peel. Medium to full body, some really nice phenolic texture, very zesty acidity and an pinpoint finish...

jamessuckling.com, 91 points: A serious sparkling wine with lemon and green-apple character. Full body and pie-crust and bread-dough undertones at the finish. Drink now.

Wine Spectator, 91 points: Racy, with quinine and lime notes leading the core of honeysuckle, peach and green apple fruit along. Stays fresh through the lengthy finish. Drink now through 2019. 2,000 cases imported. –JM

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 96 points: The 2013 Vin de Constance Natural Sweet Wine was matured in 500-liter barrels for around 36 months. It has a beautiful bouquet with honey, quince, pressed yellow flowers and Mirabelle. It has wonderful definition and...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points: Although I have tasted the 2007 Vin de Constance on several occasions, this was the first time professionally. It has an explosive bouquet that sprints out of the blocks with a more effervescent, vivacious personality...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 91 points: The 2012 Director’s Reserve White is a blend of 74% Sauvignon Blanc and 26% Semillon raised in 30% new French oak for nine months with regular lees stirring. It has a more herbaceous and earthier bouquet compared to the...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 points: The 2008 Director's Reserve comprises of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot, 4% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc and is raised in French oak for 22 months. It has a toasty nose with blackberry, sandalwood...

Wine Enthusiast, 94 points: Editors' Choice. Deep, brooding scents of black plum, cherry and cassis form the soul of this beautiful, richly concentrated wine. Plenty of licorice, cigar-box spice and bittersweet cocoa ride atop the fruit core, while...

Wine Enthusiast, 93 points: Winemaker: Abrie Beeslaar. Always a stunner, in both regular release as well as the CWG form, Kanonkop's Paul Sauer Bordeaux-style blend is bold and concentrated, with tremendous potential for long-term aging. Made from...