A taste of South Africa

Explore some of the wines you'll find on the Wine Trail

Arniston Bay Chenin Blanc

Arniston Bay Chenin Blanc 2009

Region: Western Cape

Lovely pineapple and ripe melon flavours on the nose following through to a limy full middle-palate and finishing in crisp freshness.

Stockists

Major Supermarkets

RRP: £5.49

 
Brampton Sauvignon Blanc

Brampton Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Region: Coastal Region

The inherent Sauvignon Blanc characteristics of gooseberry, lychee, asparagus and passion fruit are sustained on the palate by prodigious length.

Stockists

SA Wines Online, Oxford Wine Company

RRP: £6.00

 
Brampton Unoaked Chardonnay

Brampton Unoaked Chardonnay 2009

Region: Coastal Region

This unoaked style of Chardonnay has hints of pears, flowers and ginger spice. Creaminess from the lees enhances the nose and carries through to the palate.

Stockists

SA Wines Online, Oxford Wine Company

RRP: £6.00

 
Eikendal Sauvignon Blanc

Eikendal Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Region: Stellenbosch

This Sauvignon Blanc is fruity, with a glimpse of ripe gooseberry, a smidgen of papaya and guava and a layer of green pepper and finely cut grass.

Stockists

longfordwines.co.uk, everywine.co.uk

RRP: £7.99

 
Fairhills Sauvignon Blanc

Fairhills Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Region: Western Cape

Refreshing crisp citrus flavours and a lovely elegant balance, perfect for the Summer with or without food.

Stockists

Morrisons

RRP: £5.99

 
Fish Hoek Chenin Blanc

Fish Hoek Chenin Blanc 2009

Region: Western Cape

Bursts with freshness and tropical, guava flavours. Vibrant and accessible with a clean zesty finish. Best served chilled and fantastic with chicken, salads or fish - or simply on its own.

Stockists

Tesco

RRP: £6.99

 
Meerkat Chenin Blanc

Meerkat Chenin Blanc 2009

Region: Wellington

A fusion of white fruits, litchi and apple. The palate is fresh and fruity with a lovely acid balance and long finish.

Stockists

Emperor Wines Ltd, 01403 865677

RRP: £5.99

 
Nederburg Winemasters' Reserve

Nederburg Winemasters' Reserve 2010

Region: The Cape Winelands

Vibrant gooseberry aromas with some herbaceous nuances and a hint of ripe citrus. Excellent served with seafood, salads and light meals.

Stockists

Morrisons, ASDA, SA Wines Online

RRP: £5.49

 
SAAM Chenin Blanc

SAAM Chenin Blanc 2009

Region: Paarl

Rich tropical aromas of pear, guava and ripe yellow stone fruits. Enjoy with fish or chicken, or as the winemaker suggests, just chill and enjoy a glass on its own.

Stockists

Bibendum Wine Ltd

RRP: £5.99

 
Wagon Tree Chenin Blanc

Wagon Tree Chenin Blanc 2009

Region: Western Cape

Reflects Chenin varietal characteristics with good aromatics, complexity and longevity on the palate. The colour is a delicate pale yellow.

Stockists

Just Launched - to be confirmed

RRP: £7.99

 
Warwick Estate Professor Black

Warwick Estate Professor Black 2009

Region: Stellenbosch

Abundance of tropical fruit, gooseberry, grapefruit and lime aromas. Crisp, rich and fruity, will go brilliantly with Oysters, goats cheese salad and grilled fresh water fish.

Stockists

Waitrose, SA Wines Online, Independents

RRP: £11.99