Obikwa Shiraz 2011, South Africa, South Africa: Attractive black plums and mocha aromas on the nose. Full-bodied, smooth and supple on the palate. Great with pizza. Nice price. Drink: 2011-2014. 527499 13.50% D 750 mL  $9.45 Score: 86/100. January 3, 2013 Full Review

The Wolftrap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier 2011, South Africa, South Africa: A full-bodied, juicy wonder with big black fruit and some cedar forest. Mouth-watering and delicious. Great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 292557 14.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. November 20, 2012 Full Review

Rust En Vrede Jean Engelbrecht, Prop. Shiraz 2011, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: This full-bodied red wine is more dusty and earthy Old World style than fruit New World though there is blackcurrant and cassis. There's also pencil led and smoke on the finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 220046 15.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2012, Swartland W.O., South Africa: A robust red with very attractive fleshy dark fruit, pepper and toasty oak. Great balance and price. Layers of tasty, almost chewy black flavours. Perfect for beef and other meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 595280 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 5, 2014 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

The Grinder Pinotage 2012, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Wine-coffee drink: I mean this kindly. It's lovely, especially if you love your espresso. So perfect with biscotti. Wait for at least 4 pm.This is my second tasting of the 2012 vintage, and it's consistent with the first one back in January. Drink: 2014-2017. 572107 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 12, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2012, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Clean and fresh like an early spring breeze. Mouth-watering, medium-bodied and crisp. Terrific white peach and floral notes. I continue to be impressed with South African Chenin blanc: it's a lovely change from other whites. Great for after an evening dip in the pool. Quince and orange zest on the finish. Terrific! Drink: 2014-2018. 231282 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. April 24, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Man Vintners Bosstok Pinotage 2012, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Fresh on the nose with attractive black plum, coffee and smoke on the nose on this South African red wine. Very savoury and meaty on the palate. Beautifully balanced with just the right amount of acidity. Try it with hearty meat dishes and tangy sauces. Drink: 2013-2017. 366286 14% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review