Where the Wine Routemeets the Garden Route

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SWELLENDAM (District)

ROBERTSON (District)

COASTAL REGION

STELLENBOSCH

PAARL

STELLENBOSCH

SOMERSET

ROBERTSONPAARL

WELLINGTON

HERMANUS

AGULHAS

SWELLENDAM MOSSEL BAY KNYSNACAPE TOWN

CALEDON GRABOUW

KUILS RIVER

34 South

CONSTANTIA 34° 00' South

33° 38' South

34° 50' South

34° 36' South

BREEDE RIVER VALLEY REGION DISTRICTS NOT PART OF A REGION

OVERBERG

GEORGE

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34 South's 17 Degrees of Seperation

the French believe that wines should be served at room temperature. Now in Europe the average temperature is around 16 - 18 degrees Celsius, since their sun doesn't work half as well as ours does here and our average temperature is around 23 - 25 degrees Celsius. this is the perfect temperature to open the wine and allow it to breathe. As the wine comes into contact with oxygen, it starts a chemical reaction known as oxidization. As this process starts, it softens the wine, removing harsh characteristics, highlighting the supple fruit and revealing more aromas thereby adding to your overall enjoyment of the wine.

But why 16 - 18 degrees Celsius?It's all about science!! the higher the temperature, the quicker the chemical reaction that takes place. so if the wine is opened at 17 degrees, the initial chemical reaction is slow, but as it heats up, the reaction speeds up. As you start to drink the wine, you'll notice how it evolves in the glass, opening up and revealing it's multi-faceted character. And you'll be enjoying it from the first glass right up to the last drop.

And that's the 17 degrees of separation, it's half as hot as 34 degrees South, but you'll enjoy your wine twice as much.

so here you are at our restaurant .. well, not exactly a restaurant (OK, maybe a restaurant...) and now you want to order your wine. But - what to choose? Would a red go with this or wood (if you'll pardon the pun) a white be more appropriate? Fear not! Because we've come up with some guidelines to help you - as long as you obey the two cardinal rules: (1) it's all about enjoying yourself. And (2) whatever you do - it's always done better with Attitude here on the 34th Parallel.

APERItIFsthe aperitif - from the latin 'aperire' (to open) is intended as a prelude to dinner. It should stimulate the appetite and awaken the digestive juices. traditionally, aperitifs were bitter, herb based liqueurs - like Campari, Vermouth, or Pernod - but whisky, gin, vodka, and brandy are now all considered appropriate because they do the necessary just as well.

WHERE Is WHAt ON tHE PAlAtE?As humans, we're able to discern five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, salt, Bitter, and umami (a flavour that's only recently been described and comes from savoury foods like mushrooms, tomatoes and soy sauce).salty and sour tastes in food make wines taste milder (fruitier and less acidic), whilst sweet and savoury (umami) flavours make wines taste stronger (in other words - drier and more astringent).

HOW tO PAIR FOOD AND WINEYour wine and the food with which you pair it should be similar in 'weight' - so pair foods like salad with fruity Chenins or sauvignons (but definitely not with an in-your-face Chardonnay).Consider how the dish is prepared: grilled, poached, roasted or baked - each one will determine the style of wine you chose. And balance flavour and intensity. light dishes call for light-bodied wines and more full-bodied wines go best richer, more flavourful dishes. Our tandoori Chicken would need a young red, whilst our grilled fillet is always enhanced by a rich Cabernet.

DElI ItEMs: pair vinegar-based foods with sauvignon Blanc or Rhine Riesling.OYstERs: Bubbly!!! Bubbly!!! Bubbly!!!.sOuPs: if you're going for the chicken, try a Pinot Noir, whilst the tomato soup will thank you for a sauvignon Blanc.34 sOutH sMØRREBROD: calls for a Chenin Blanc, a Rhine Riesling or a very young and (blush) fruity red.sAlADs: definitely a sauvignon or a dry white like gewürztraminer or Voignier.FROM tHE OCEAN: choose a Chenin or an unwooded Chardonnay. But for the salmon, you want a nice, big, oaky Chardonnay.sPICY or CuRRIED FOODs: Rhine Riesling, a wooded Chardonnay or a Rosé.PAstA or RICE DIsHEs: dry white or a fruity red.MEAt: a Merlot, a Cabernet blend or a sturdy shiraz - take your pick!sHEllFIsH: Chardonnay or sauvignon Blanc.susHI: Pinotage will complement the wasabi and ginger - or go wild and try a sauvignon Blanc.AttItuDE: you can safely pair Attitude with ANY wine from 34 south.

PAIRING FOOD & WINE

THE 34 SOUTH WINE PANEL

20 years ago – a year after 34 south opened on the Knysna Waterfront as a partnership between Charles van tonder and leslie Pieters, Charles asked PeeBee (Peter Bishop, a Mathematics teacher and sports coach) to procure some old wines to sell and to advise on selections. some great collections were sold and people came back each year looking for their birthday year wine or “What’s new?”We started a popular PeeBee’s top ten that made searching easier, and the big selling point was the story as narrated or as hand-written on cards. In that way, each customer was a winner – he had something he could brag about – and why not. PeeBee’s interest in wine started in 1975 by BeeJay lankwarden – a man of great kindness and aplomb. He has written on wine for Wynboer and for the CxPress and, now resident in Cape town still attends top tastings to keep informed.PeeBee, Charles and Keith (Davis) – the Manager of 34 south – taste wines periodically in order to create a “A Rare and Fine Wine” selection more specifically aimed at the tourist who wishes to be exposed to a higher level of wine than on ordinary lists.PeeBee looks at the structure, the memory, the length of the wine. Charles makes no apology for his role: “I taste it, I like it. It is eminently drinkable!” Keith, who deals directly with the Fine Wine lover focuses on the finish in so far as the wine matches the dishes at 34 south.

NEWtON JOHNsON PINOt NOIR 2107 *****

From all soils of farm’s sites. 2017 resumes remarkable track record after blip in 2016. Perfumed with cranberries and violets; denser fruit substrata from clay-rich vineyards; then firm structure from higher-lying gravel, with Burgundian oak boost. Finesse, elegance, complexity.

CEDERBERg CABERNEt sAuVIgNON 2016 *****

Back in 1973 the Nieuwoudt Dynasty planted “stellenbosch” grapes in the cool Cederberg. Big wine with lots to like : bright black cherried and plummy fruit, well- integrated tannins and bouncy acidity all handling weighty alcohol (14,5) nicely, 2016’s oaking, 60% new, adds delicious vanilla lick at tail.

sARONsBERg sHIRAz 2016 ****

As rich in local and international awards as in ripe, near-sweet power - expressed with usual refinement in 2016. lovely supple tannin plenty of French oak (80% new, 20 months) and 14,4% alcohol continue the big, bold and rewarding style.

REYNEKE “CORNERstONE” 2014 ****

Well melded trio of Cabernet saiuvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc spiced with 30% new oak - suited to the midday meal or to the lighter style but with purity of fruit and that sense of biodynamics. Classic dark-fruited aromas, creamy flesh and lively, fresh structure already hapily absorbed.

FINE & RARE WINES BY THE GLASS

SHANNON MOUNT BULLET MERLOT 2014 R165

CEDERBERG CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 R70

DELHEIM VERA CRUZ PINOTAGE 2014 R145

MEERLUST RUBICON 2015 R150

DELHEIM GRAND RESERVE 2014 R110

IONA SYRAH SOLACE 2015 R110

REYNEKE “CORNERSTONE” 2014 R90

THELEMA CABERNET SAUVIGNON R110

NEWTON JOHNSON PINOT NOIR 2017 FAMILY RANGE R150

LONGRIDGE EKLIPTIKA 2014 R170

VRIESENHOF PINOTAGE 2009 R85

DIE PLEK CINSAULT 2016 R160

RUST EN VREDE SINGLE VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2014 R170

SPRINGFIELD WORK OF TIME R70

SARONSBERG SHIRAZ R100

Detailed tasting notes and the full Rare & Fine collection can be found in our wine shop.

FINE & RARE WINE TASTINGIndulge in a tasting of four fine and rare wines - Cabernet sauvignon, Bordeaux Blend, syrah and Pinot Noir to entice and enhance your gastronomic experience and understand exactly why these are indeed Fine and Rare and belong in your collection too.

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These fine wines are the BEST that we’ve tasted, that are currently available.Sublime, elegant, structured and above all, wines with ATTITUDE.

Conventional wine tastings use the 100 point system which is “VERY COMPLICATED”.At our LATITUDE, Keith, PeeBee and I focussed on TASTE only - after all, that’s the bottom line.

These winners below all scored 8 to 9 out of 10 - truly great examples of the winemaker’s art.We LOVED them and hope YOU will too.

FINE & RARE WINES - OUR FAVOURITES

sHANNON MOuNt BullEt MERlOt 2014 R645On 4th August 2011 Jamey held a tasting (blind!) where he compared the Mount Bullet (the peak above the farm in Elgin) to the glorious Chateau Petrus that would cost you R20,000! the Mount Bullet won on every scorecard. Petrus is the 100% Right Bank Bordeaux of all Merlot wine. so in no way is shannon moving IDEWAYs. Intensity!

CEDERBERg CABERNEt sAuVIgNON 2016 R480

KANONKOP BlACK lABEl PINOtAgE 2015 R2495 Rated Number One at any tasting offering this wine. the glory of Pinotage. In 1955 Bellevue, Delheim, Kanonkop planted the first Pinotage (a 1925 cross of Pinot Noir and Hermitage (Cinsaut). these arms are now like rugger players thighs – with a low yield producing intense concentration.

DElHEIM VERA CRuz PINOtAgE 2014 R565In 1998 spatz sperlong celebrated with the Vera Cruz Merlot, Pinotage, sauvignon Blanc & syrah – but thereafter only put the Vera Cruz label as Delheim’s icon. After re-fashioning the vines and soil, the MD Reg Hillier and Victor sperling realised what a truly brilliant Pinotage emerged in 2014 – this is it! A Command Performance.

DElHEIM gRAND REsERVE R425the 2014was the re-introduction of spatz’s pride, with firm darker berries and an excellent structure. As the wine airs you will pick up that lovely Cabernet grip – the “lead pencils” if you wish.

MEERlust RuBICON 2015 R595A medium bodied palate with a lovely composure about it - pretty much corresponds to your mind's eye picture of what Rubicon at its best should taste like.

A big wine with lots to like, bright black cherries and plummy fruit. It has well integrated tannins and bouncy acidity. the oaking adds a delicious vanila lick at the tail.

FINE & RARE WINES - OUR FAVOURITES

IONA sYRAH sOlACE 2015 R425Who introduced “Cool Area shiraz” into the Cape? Andrew gunn ordered Pinot Noir for his high placed Elgin property. One after the next caught on & syrah from the Cool areas had a great run. taste this 2015 and experience grace and lusciousness – ripeness and appeal.

sARONsBERg sHIRAz 2016 R395 As rich in local and international awards as in ripe, near-sweet power - expressed with usual refinement in 2016. lovely supple tannin plenty of French oak (80% new, 20 months) and 14,4% alcohol continue the big, bold and rewarding style.

NEWtON JOHNsON PINOt NOIR 2017 FAMIlY RANgE R595this wine sells out – for 2 reasons. Firstly for 8 successive vintages, the Family Pinot Noir earned 5 stars in the Platter guide. the other reason is the mentality of Dave Johnson’s family. son gordon is devoted to Pinot Noir, sourcing from 3 different vineyards. He aims at fruit and softer texture. .

lONgRIDgE EKlIPtIKA 2014 /2015 R675led by Cabernet Franc with the wildness of fynbos holding and truly excellent darker berries. two years in 90% new oak gives texture to the wine. A Command Performance.

VRIEsENHOF PINOtAgE 2009 (PeeBee’s dream wine) R325Jan “Boland” Coetzee – who left Kanonkop in 1980 to do his own thing at Vriesenhof having retired after 13 seasons with the Maties, having captained Province and played flank for the Boks – does not release his wines chronologically. Indeed he has not “officially” released the 2009, but so impressed was the 34 south panel, that he relented.

DIE PlEK CINsAult 2016 (from the Helderberg) R625

Rust EN VREDE sINglE VINEYARD CABERNEt sAuVIgNON 2014 R625

tHElEMA CABERNEt sAuVIgNON 2015 R450

REYNEKE “CORNERSTONE” 2014 R345

Cinsaut – at one stage called Hermitage and Pinot Noir, mothered the first Pinotage in 1925. sadie’s Pofadder from Riebeek Kasteel is truly world class. Jasper Raats, joint owner of longridge found a 60 year old Cinsaut block in stellenbosch and resolved to produce a reflection of the unique place – Die Plek.

getting evenly ripened berries even in an inconsistent vintage, creates a wine to remember. situated in the Helderberg where the darker berries and cherry flavours show proudly, the challenge is to integrate the fruit, the wildness and the new oak in which the wine is fermented. A highpoint in your tasting experience.

Complex and stylish with aromas of ripe blackcurrant, dark chocolate and pencil shavings. this wine is bone dry, yet exhibits a lovely sweet fruit character on the palate, with a lovely long finish.

the country's leading BIO-DYNAMIC (in the true sense of the word) producer is Johan Reyneke who using the principles of Bio-Dymanics, made his first “Cornerstone”. the current Cornerstone is an open style Cape Bordeaux blend of Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

sPRINgFIElD WORK OF tIME 2012 R275

this 4 way blend from old vines is graceful and understated. Real unhurried wine making with natural fermentation using grapes from the original vineyard planted over 20 years ago!

WINES BY THE GLASS

lOOKOut WHItE R32lOOKOut sEMI sWEEt R32lOOKOut ROsÉ R32lOOKOut RED R32CHARDONNAY PINOt NOIR R36sAuVIgNON BlANC R36CHARDONNAY R36CHENIN BlANC R36CABERNEt sAuVIgNON R40MERlOt R40sHIRAz R40CABERNEt/ MERlOt BlEND R40CHARDONNAY/PINOt NOIR sPARKlINg R58

MCCVAN lOVEREN CHRIstINA MCC R93gRAHAM BECK gORgEOus MCC R99

LEOPARD’S LEAP

BuItENVERWACHtINg BuItEN BlANC R38DIEMERsDAl uNWOODED CHARDONAY R48gRAHAM BECK gORgEOus R49stEENBERg ROsÉ R50lA MOttE sAuVIgNON BlANC R55PERDEBERg DRY lAND CHENIN R70QuOIN ROCK NAMYstO R70BAlEIA INgE WOODED CHARDONNAY R115

MOuNt VERNON 3 PEAKs PINOtAgE R40BEYERsKlOOF PINOtAgE R52BEYERsKlOOF sYNERgY R63HAutE CABRIERE uNWOODED PINt NOIR R58sARONsBERg PROVENANCE sHIRAz R66tOKARA CABERNEt sAuVIgNON R68stEENBERg MERlOt R108

WHITE

RED

FRENCH CHAMPAGNE

gH MuMM BRut R799An explosion of freshness in the mouth. the complex aromas of fresh fruit and caramelperpetuate the intensity.

gH MuMM BRut ROsÉ R899A lively, dynamic attack reminiscent of fruits of the forest and a freshness that is elegant, fine and subtle.

MOËt & CHANDON NV 750ml R945 375ml R535 Biggest seller in the world and its distinctive style is known to those who seek the best: clean, calm.

MOËt & CHANDON ROsÉ R1195the best selling Champagne in the world is also available in pink, bringing forth a seductiveraspberry character to the brooding yeastiness we all love.and textured.

VEuVE ClICQOt YEllOW lABEl R1215Has a brilliant finesse and perfume that makes this one of the most sought-after Champagnes in the world.

DOM PERIgNON R3750the top of the Moët house and always in short supply. Made as it is for the grand occasion.

PROSECCO - SPUMANTE - SPRITZ

CINzANO PRO sPRItz R249

BOttEgA MIllEsIMAtO ExtRA DRY R269

BOttEgA MIllEsIMAtO BRut R340

BOttEgA PROsECCO DOC R575

there’s no denying that a glass of something sparkling is one pf the best ways to celebrate any special occasion. You probably call it Champagne to keep things simple, but is what’s in your glass really MCC? Or is it sparkling wine?

MCCMéthode Cap Classique is the “south African version” of Champagne. It’s made using the same process as French Champagne - it just can’t carry the same name. the quality of south African MCC is often referred to as being on par with French Champagne, at a much more affordable price.Of course, the most important thing is that it’s all delicious - so cheers to that.

SPARKLING WINEsparkling wine starts off as a still wine - it’s made in exactly the same way as that glass of Chardonnay you love to sip after a long day at the office and the addition of carbon dioxide makes it fizzy. sparkling wine is normally more affordable than MCC or Champagne, as it doesn’t take as much time to produce the bubbles.

CHAMPAGNEChampagne, of course, can only be called Champagne if it’s made using grapes grown in the Champagne region France. It’s made using a second bout of fermentation (after the grape juice has turned into wine) inside the bottle. this causes the fizz to occur naturally and no additional carbon dioxide needs to be added.

METHODÈ CAP CLASSIQUE

PIERRE JOuRDAN BRut NV R350Refreshing and crisp, tingling pleasure of tiny bubbles in your mouth!

PONgRÁCz BRut R380An explosion of pinpoint bubbles, characteristic fine aroma and yeastiness on the nose followedby the rich complexity, finesse and lingering aftertaste.

sIMONsIg KAAPsE VONKEl BRut ROsÉ R380sizzling flavours of mixed rose petals, luscious strawberries, fresh red berries and hints of orange peel.

sIMONsIg KAAPsE VONKEl R390taste the stars and have a magical celebration!

VAN lOVEREN CHRIstINA R375Refreshing apple tones with tiny festive bubbles. A well-balanced MCC with upfront lime andcitrus flavours. A blend of Chardonnay for its finesse and ageing ability and Pinot Noir for body and fruit.

PONgRÁCz NOBlE NECtAR R425Bold and unapologetically so! Pongrácz Noble Nectar reveals velvety, creamy butter and citrus notes which blends seamlessly with delicate sweet bubbles, light yeasty aromas, crisp, juicy pears and litchi flavours.

QuOIN ROCK R675Prominent notes of green apple, honey oats, biscuit and lime are supported by mineral characters on the nose. the delicate mousse and tiny persistent bubbles complement the crisp, refreshing acidity and creamy palate.

gRAHAM BECK gORgEOus R395this Chardonnay/Pinot Noir is likened to stepping into a blossoming garden of cherry blossoms, ripepeaches and wild strawberries….

gRAHAM BECK BRut ROsÉ NV R435Aromas of raspberries, cherries and a few secondary whiffs of minerality. A lively mousse but fine in the mouth, with subtle red berry flavours enlivened by bright acids. Brisk on the palate, showing hints of oyster-shell and fresh lavender.

gRAHAM BECK BRut NV R435light yeasty aromas, limey fresh fruit on the nose, and rich creamy complexity on the palate.Fine mousse gives freshness and finesse.

METHODÈ CAP CLASSIQUE

gRAHAM BECK BlANC DE BlANCs R740Rich creamy aromas with hints of fresh lime on the nose. An exciting fine mousse with an explosion oftangerines on the palate. great brioche and yeast complexity broadens the palate leading to a long elegant finish.

gRAHAM BECK BRut ROsÉ R740great salmon pink colour makes this wine look extremely attractive. Noticeable ripe strawberries from thePinot Noir with a creamy complexity from the Chardonnay. An explosion of raspberry fruit together with freshsherbet on the palate and a long fine creamy mousse.

VINTAGE MCC’S

tWO OCEANs R125upfront tropical fruit flavours, gooseberries followed by a hint of green fig. this elegant, crisp winedisplays ripe gooseberry flavours on the fore palate backed by tropical fruit and a hint of grassiness.

WIlD CARD R135Fresh green pepper, cut grass, fynbos opening up to passion fruit and guava fruit salad nose. Fresh tropicalfruits, cut grass/green pepper palate with a mineral flint finish, well balanced acidity and a lingering finish.

J C lE ROux VIBRAzIO DEMI sEC ROsÉ R215 this off-dry Rosé is a vibrant expression of fruity flavours with hints of berries, plum and tropical fruits.

lEOPARDs lEAP CHARDONNAY/PINOt NOIR sPARKlINg R240this vivacious sparkling wine bursts with bubbly flavours of strawberry, raspberry and citrus.Elegant and well-rounded with the perfect balance between freshness and fruit. Playful on the palate witha memorable after-taste.

stEENBERg sPARKlINg sAuVIgNON BlANC R315Fresh and clean with grassy cool climate characters. A wine to enjoy at every occasion andwill go perfectly with oysters.

SPARKLING WINES

SAUVIGNON BLANC

lEOPARD’s lEAP R145Crisp and refreshing - perfect for wine-ding down!

NEDERBuRg 56 HuNDRED R150this sauvigon Blanc is full-bodied, bursting with aromas and flavours.

VAN lOVEREN R160this hugely popular sauvignon Blanc has a typical grassy character. It is an aromatic and full-bodiedwine with hints of melon & figs on the palate, robust character and an elegant, lingering finish.

NIEl JOuBERt R180Delicate aromas with fresh grass cuttings, hints of lime and nettle. lively, fruit filled flavours lifted bycrisp acidity. some developing fruit with zesty attraction. Dry, crisp, finish.

SAUVIGNON BLANC

WHY SAUVIGNON BLANC?Originating in sancerre (France) sauvignon Blanc survives market swings. It is the ideal wine for a warm summer’s day where its ‘lime and apple’ acids (citric and malic) create the saliva that we want to enjoy our chosen dishes. generally there is a mild run of pyrazines (green pepper) that weld the other nuances that vary from asparagus, gooseberry, fig, peach, pineapple, lime according to the disposition of the winemaker. Fortunately in the Cape, the different regions have their own identification, making the wine most interesting albeit bone dry.

SAUVIGNON BLANC

AlExANDERFONtEIN R155Notes of green melon, kiwi fruit and a hint of green figs. grapefruit and minerality fill the palate witha balanced acidity to add length and mouthfeel.

DuRBANVIllE HIlls R170With a full mouthfeel, the wine is a combination of yellow citrus, lime, sugar snaps with a hint ofasparagus and a crisp acidity.

ROsElINE R180Crisp acidity and flavours of green pepper and asparagus leading to a lingering aftertaste.

DIEMERsDAl R200Family run estate renowned for its sauvignon Blanc with flavours of gooseberries and ripe figs.

JAKKAlsVlEI R215A refreshing, well-balanced styled wine with attractive aromas of tropical fruit, guava and light citrus,which carries over to the palate of green apple and passion fruit.

zEVENWACHt R220lashings of tropical fruit flavours complemented by hints of zesty citrus, khaki bush and crushed stones.

lA MOttE R225One of south Africa’s most popular and reliable sauvignon Blancs.

ORg DE RAC R230Prominent, concentrated fruit aromas of peach, passion fruit, lychee and refreshing apple. Fresh and fullon the palate with crisp acid balancing lingering tropical fruit flavours.

ERNIE Els R235Classic flavours of gooseberry, gun flint, melons and limes from the cooler fruits.

BAlEIA R235Reflecting classic aromas of white pear, green apple and hints of gooseberry ending on a touch of vanilla.Distinct minerality and fresh, ripe lemon flavours.

IONA sOPHIE tE’BlANCHE R250Floral notes with a complex medley of tropical fruits, mingled with subtle lime and wild herb undertones.the palate is balanced and rich, showing cut green apples with great minerality and length.

DE gRENDEl R250these flavours of passion fruit and figs will fire up your palate as do the Dutch canons that are fired onthe Estate every second saturday.

HIgHlANDs ROAD R250typical Elgin on the nose of this wine, racy hints of nettle , fynbos, and seashell. the aromas follow throughonto the palate with a mineral vibrancy, a seamless and rich mid palate, and an exceptionally long finish.

BuItENVERWACHtINg R255Enjoy a world-class sauvignon Blanc that will WOW you beyond expectations!Reflecting classic aromas of white pear, green apple and hints of gooseberry ending on a touch of vanilla.Distinct minerality and fresh, ripe lemon flavours.

PERDEBERg - tHE DRY lAND COllECtION R260this wine shows richness and complexity with a clean, mineral character. Asparagus, cut grass and sweetmelon tones evident on the nose, while the palate shows generous hints of green peas & figs.

CAPE POINt VINEYARDs CAPE tOWN R285Fantastically expressive tropical fruit, grapefruit and limes all held together by a pronounced mineral backbone.

stEENBERg R315Passion fruit, ruby grapefruit, gun flint and freshly cut grass on the nose.Palate shows richness, strongmineral core with a herbaceous undertone and a bright acidity running through the wine.

DuRBANVIllE HIlls COllECtORs REsERVE R370Full concentrated wine with sweet summer fruit and a hint of minerality.

ORMONDE BARREl sElECt R440An explosion of tropical fruit with gooseberries and ripe figs prominent. the palate shows striking minerality with lovely green pepper undertones. Creamy texture with a long, lingering mid palate and zesty acidity.

SAUVIGNON BLANC

CHARDONNAY

MOuNt VERNON tHREE PEAKs R145Very attractive nose packed with ripe yellow fruits with peach and citrus well to the fore.All continues in the well structured mouth. Hints of apple and fig on the finish.

lEOPARD’s lEAP R145

grapefruit, lime and spice - versatile food partner!

FRANsCHHOEK CEllAR OuR tOWN HAll R165Completely unwooded to amplify the inherent varietal fruit purity on the nose and palate.Extended contact with the fine lees adds richness and dimension.

KlEIN DAsBOsCH R200Cooled by winter mists and gentle sea breezes from the Atlantic Ocean, a limited quantityof this noble wine is produced.

DIEMERsDAl R200A fashionable wine which balances the spicy aromas and fresh fruit flavours.

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uNWOODED

CHARDONNAY

WOODED

DuRBANVIllE HIlls R160Bold pear aromas on the nose precede a fusion of creamy, sweet ripe citrus and banana flavours on the palate.

CAPE tOWN WINE COMPANY R195A serious wooded and complex chardonnay complementing food with flavours of citrus, apricot,honey and minerality.

ORg DE RAC lIgHtlY WOODED R210A clean classic, lightly wooded Chardonnay. Abundance of butterscotch with lime, vanilla and wellintegrated oak.

KlEIN DAsBOsCH R255Cooled by winter mists and gentle sea breezes from the Atlantic Ocean, a limited quantity of this noblewine is produced.

What is the difference between wooded and unwooded Chardonnay?Quite simply, unwooded Chardonay or “unoaked” is wine that has never seen the inside of an oak barrel. typically it will be wine that is fermented in a stainless steel tank as opposed to a wooden (oak) cask or barrel.the oak typically helps to balance the tannins, among other things, and gives wine that “full mouth” feel with lots of mid-palate tastes.unoaked wines are great for people who claim to have an “allergy” to wine. it is he tannins that people typically react to, and those come from both the skins and stems of the grapes, but also from the oak barrels. If you don’t “oak” a wine, then you have a lower tannin level which should make the wine bearable to drink for the aforementioned crowd.

CHARDONNAY

WOODED

tOKARA R245Flavours of ripe honeydew melon, pineapple, peach, citrus fruit and a hint of toasted oak.

RHEBOKsKlOOF CEllAR sElECtION R280A full bodied wine with ripe orange peel, almonds and muesli on the nose. the judicious use ofoak enhances the flavour and the well balanced acidity ensures good ageing potential.

stEllENBOsCH REsERVE MOEDERKERK CHARDONNAY R310this tribute to the beautiful ‘Moederkerk’ (‘Mother church’) in stellenbosch delivers a gorgeous citruscore with subtle intrigue from a partial oak influence.

stEENBERg sPHYNx R340Notes of lime, peach, pear drop, butterscotch and vanilla on the nose. soft palate and smooth with hintsof stone fruits, citrus and custard like creaminess on the finish. Bright acidity brings freshness and length to the wine.

ORMONDE BARREl sElECt R440White peach, lemon zest and sweet vanilla and toasty oak complemented by creamy citrus flavours and crisp acidity. A well-balanced wine with a long finish

BAlEIA INgE 2014 R480Ripe tropical fruit notes, dried peaches and charming hints of butterscotch and toffee. Citrus on themid palate and a lingering finish of lemon drops with a fine trace of oak.

QuOIN ROCK R595Initial perception of vanilla-oak essence is followed by ripe orange peel, melon and lemongrass on the nose,leading through to a creamy, buttery mouth-feel with a wonderful fresh finish.

CHENIN BLANC

lEOPARD’s lEAP R145Celebrate summer with aromas of guava, litchi and mango!

NIEl JOuBERt R150Very attractive nose with lots of tropical fruit guava, grenadilla and some citrus. Bright and fresh in the mouth. good, brisk acidity gives balance to the ripe tropical flavours. Refreshing finish.

NEDERBuRg 56 HuNDRED R150Abundant aromas of white peach, guavas and apricots. Well-balanced palate with delicatelayers of ripe fruit and a pleasant finish.

FRANsCHHOEK CEllAR lA COttE MIll R165Bright citrus and tropical fruit that blossom with leesy intrigue on the palate and finishes withzesty freshness and grace.

PERDEBERg - tHE DRY lAND COllECtION R290this unwooded Chenin shows pear, lime, grapefruit and granadilla notes on the nose.the rich, well defined palate amplifies hints of pineapple, citrus, mango and litchi.

WHITE BLENDS

Make your way to the elegant

Elgin Valley, where you'll find

the picturesque setting of

Highlands Road Estate that

will keep you occupied for

hours, and that’s before you’ve

tasted our wines! Already

with a string of award-

winning Sauvignon Blancs to

our name, our wines are set to

impress.

Our range of wines include

elegant white blends,

Chardonnay, Rosé, Pinot Noir,

and a Shiraz based blend but

be sure to inquire about our

100% Sauvignon Blanc Dessert

wine for a real treat. If you’re

lucky, you’ll be served in the

chic tasting room by the

passionate owner himself,

or else be left in the capable

hands of our enthusiastic

young team.

lEOPARD’s lEAP lOOKOut WHItE R135An exotic fusion of tropical fruit!

lEOPARD’s lEAP CHARDONNAY PINOt NOIR R145Red fruit, raspberry and turkish delight balanced by yellow fruit such as apple and warm citrus.

FlIPPENNICE CHENIN/sAuVIgNON R150Prominent lemon and lime with undertones of tropical fruit flavours like gooseberry.

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TASTING ROOMExperience our wines

& Cap Classiques and the Art of Sabrage.

Cellar Tours: Mon - Fri: 11h00 Cellar Master’s Tour: Saturdays: 11h00

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Haute Cabrière

located on Franschhoek Pass

(Lambrechts Rd/R45)

Franschhoek Valley, 7690

HAUTE CABRIÈRERESTAURANT Enjoy the true marriage of food & wine in amagnificent setting.

E restaurant@cabriere.co.zaT 021 876 3688

S 33° 54’ 51.63” E 19° 8’ 7.90”www.cabriere.co.za

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WHERE GREAT WINES ARE GROWN

PROtEA PINOt gRIgIO R150seductive mulberry, fruitcake and cocoa aromas and flavours with a deep chocolate earthiness.

VAN lOVEREN DAYDREAM CHARDONNAY/PINOt NOIR R160A crisp off dry wine with upfront fresh floral flavours and a soft, fruity finish. Chardonnay contributes eleganceand crisp acidity whilst the Pinot Noir brings intensity and richness, creating an exciting, delightful taste experience.

BuItENVERWACHtINg BuItEN BlANC R160this consistently recognised south African Constantia Valley sauvignon Blend is A gEM!

PIERRE JOuRDAN tRANQuIllE R165An elegant easy drinking summer wine, low in alcohol, fragrant and refreshing.

gB gORgEOus PINOt NOIR/CHARDONNAY R205spicy, mineral scented aromas of orange blossom, jasmine and pear followed by layers ofmouth filling raspberry cream, grapefruit, lime and honeydew melon flavours.

HAutE CABRIERE CHARDONNAY/PINOt NOIR R230the magic of this blend is dangerous! Be daring and spoil yourself!

QuOIN ROCK NAMYstO R290tropical fruit aromas of lychee and fig lead to a flinty, crisp palate and lemon characters, creating arefreshing and beautifully harmonized wine.

HIgHlANDs ROAD sINE CERA R365the aromatics of tropical fruits such as white peach, touches of gooseberry and spicy nettle deliver amouthwatering enticement to the palate. An excellent food paired to creamy textures like avocado and fish patés.

SEMI SWEET/LATE HARVEST

DROsDtY HOF ADElPRACHt R125light straw in colour with yellow and golden tinges. Bouquet: Ripe berries, raisins and driedapricot aromas with tones of tropical fruit. taste: Full and rich with lots of fresh and dried fruit flavours.

lEOPARD’s lEAP lOOKOut CHENIN sEMI sWEEt R135Decadent caramel, almond and guava!

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ROSÉ

lEOPARD’s lEAP lOOKOut R135Beautiful pink fruit followed by candyfloss and elegant hints of cranberry and raspberry. theseimpressions are strengthened on the palate as bursts of fresh, ripe fruit lead to a dry, sustained finish.

lOuIsVAlE stONE ROAD R155this is a dry Rosé with vibrant red berry and watermelon flavours.

DuRBANVIllE HIlls DRY R170A light and dry wine full of character with fresh summer berries and rose petals on the palate.

PROtEA R170A pretty pink blend of Mourvedre, shiraz, Cinsaut and grenache with lively ripe cherry and strawberry.

DE gRENDEl R185A crisp dry freshness with flavours of red berries, strawberries and watermelon.

stEENBERg R210this is a light rosé is a fresh, dry wine full of strawberry and raspberry flavour with hints of rose water,candy floss and spice.

HERMANusPIEtERsFONtEIN BlOOs R220An abundance of red berry flavours, and a hint of French oak. long length, refreshing acidity, suppleconsistency, a layered structure, flowing balance and a clean finish.

NEDERBuRg 56 HuNDRED R165lovely aromas of ripe berries, currants and dark violets with nuances of dark chocolate and oak.Mouth-filling, showing ripe fruit and delicate oak spice flavours, soft tannins and a lingering aftertaste.

lEOPARD’s lEAP R165Drink royalty with the king of red wine!

ERNIE Els BIg EAsY R210succulent juicy dark berry fruit, dark chocolate, cinnamon spice and ripe plums fill the glass supported bya medium to full-bodied structure that is textured but approachable and tremendously easy drinking.

ORg DE RAC - ORgANIC R245Distinctive aromas of tomato leaf, pencil shavings and mulberry beckon on the nose. A rich andwell - rounded wine with sumptuous dark fruit flavours supported by velvety tannins.

tOKARA R285Intense flavours of cassis, cherries and cedar, toasted oak and mint.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON

ROSÉ

MOuNt VERNON tHREE PEAKs R145Ripe red berry and plum nose with hints of mulberry and lavender. Deep, soft, full mouth with warming flow. supple but plentiful tannins. soft, full fruited finish. good on its own or with a range of dishes.

BEYERsKlOOF R220the world’s KINg OF PINOtAgE - “viva” Beyers and Pinotage! Enjoy at any occasion!

PINOTAGE

lEOPARD’s lEAP R165shiraz and spice and all things nice!

ORg DE RAC R245tempting aromas of ripe, dark forest fruit and piquant spices. Elegant and restrained on the palate withplum flavours mingling with hints of coffee, mushroom, oak spice and savoury notes typical of shiraz.

sARONsBERg PROVENANCE R275A heady mix of red berry and black fruit flavours combined with floral notes and fynbos.

PERDEBERg - tHE DRY lAND COllECtION R310the nose is spicy with hints of white pepper, cloves, fresh tobacco and violets. the palate showstones of mulberries, cherries and fynbos with delicate tannins and a fresh aftermath.

SHIRAZ

MERLOT

AlExANDERFONtEIN R155Flavours of sweet cherry, plums and subtle savoury tones on the nose. silky finish with a hint of vanilla and cedar.

NEDERBuRg 56 HuNDRED R165Aromas of soft fruit such as strawberry and blackcurrant with subtle vanilla oak in the background.Medium-bodied with attractive up-front fruit flavours and a soft, silky texture.

lEOPARD’s lEAP R165Charming cherry and decadent dark chocolate explosion!

ROsElINE R180Vibrant flavours of sweet cherry, plums and subtle savory tones on the nose. this wine has a silky finishwith a hint of vanilla and cedar.

VAN lOVEREN R185lightly oaked wine with soft strawberry notes on the nose, a rich fruity palate and soft,well balanced tannins, ensuring easy drinking.

KlEIN DAsBOsCH R250Cooled by winter mists and gentle sea breezes from the Atlantic Ocean, a limited quantityof this noble wine is produced.

stEENBERg R450this Merlot shows flavours of dark berries, spearmint and hints of dark chocolate on the nose. On the palatethe flavours flow into dark chocolate, plums and cedar wood. Fine tannins give structure and length to the wine.

RED BLENDS

PINOT NOIR

lEOPARD’s lEAP lOOKOut RED R135Bursting with berries, plums, coffee and toffee!

lEOPARD’s lEAP CAB/MERlOt R165Aromas of plum beautifully balanced by cassis and a hint of coffee!

NEDERBuRg BARONNE R175A rich, medium-bodied wine with ripe, plum, prune and dark chocolate flavours and a pleasant tannic structure.

sIMONsIg CAB/sHIRAz R170this wine displays a dark ruby red with a youthful rim. Vibrant notes of fresh black berries and cherries.

HAutE CABRIERE uNWOODED R240Cherry fruit and slight spiciness enhance any meal from this totally unique and unusual wine.

BAlEIA ERHARD 2014 R475Delicate red berries, fine herbs and fragrant notes of violet. Dark cherry skins and light spicy perfumeson the palate allow the earthy notes to gain lift.

PINOt NOIRPinot Noir is sweeter than its Cabernet sauvignon cousin, holding much less tannin and with scent upon scent gently perfuming it. the wine is fairly light in colour as a result of the grapes’ thinner skins. It will age well for some time, but a good wine may also be enjoyed young. In its more youthful stages, Pinot Noir contains juicy, decadent fruit, particularly berries. As it ages, it tastes more of vegetation, though fruit remains throughout.

BuItENVERWACHtINg MEIFORt R255Cabernet Franc is a flavoursome grape with soft flavours of raspberry, violets, black cherry and green pepper.

BEYERsKlOOF sYNERgY R265A synergy of four red grapes gives you four times the flavour of red fruit and mocha!

stEENBERg stAtElY CAB/sHIRAz R340this blend entices with ripe blackberries, blackcurrants and black pepper on the nose with a complexpalate, silky texture and lingering length on the palate.

BAlEIA tEMPRANIllO 2015 R345lovely aromas and flavours of black fruit, with hints of leather and sweet spice. Refreshing on thepalate, lingering on the finish.

QuOIN ROCK NAMYstO R360Initial aromas of red berries with hints of green peppercorn leads through to to layered profiles of tobaccoand leather. Plummy richness on the mid palate and finishing off with soft, velvety tannins.

RuPERt & ROtHsCHIlD ClAssIQuE R445this blend of Cabernet sauvignon and Merlot is a partnership between Baron Benjamin de Rothschildand Antonij Rupert. Blackcurrant and plum aromas combined with cedar wood and graphite nuances.

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