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Have your 'restock stash' ready to ship with our July Insiders' case. You'll find well-established South African producers in the mix with an up-and-coming Young Gun. With alcohol sales banned, now is the perfect time to invest in some local greats. The Lady May 2015 might be Stellenbosch's best Bordeaux red and is 'very much a wine that is built to last,' in Tim Atkin MW’s words. Specialising in luxurious, award-winning Bordeaux-style blends, De Toren's Book XVII is worth the investment. Or find some of the greatest sweet and fortified wines on Strauss & Co's upcoming auction. For drinking pleasure now, Le Riche's newly released Cab ticks all the boxes. Plus, celebrate the 100th anniversary of Joseph Drouhin's Clos des Mouches – 'one of Beaune's most special sites,' according to Decanter.
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Wine Cellar Insiders, July Value Mixed 6-Case
R 1,100 per case
This month's curated value pack includes Paul Cluver's Riesling – 'one of the best in the Cape,' according to Tim Atkin MW. Miles Mossop's over-delivering, entry-level Introduction Chenin Blanc, plus Waterford's impressive Chardonnay which is made from some of the oldest Chardonnay plantings in SA. The reds include the fragrant and fruity Kloof Street Rouge from Mullineux, the Tembela Syrah by a Young Gun who should be on your radar, and finally, Boschkloof's bold Merlot.
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Joseph Drouhin, Beaune Clos des Mouches Rouge 1er Cru 2018
R 1,950 per bottle
One of the most mythical and sought-after 1er crus from Beaune, the Clos des Mouches vineyard, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. The name comes from the bee-hives that were placed in the sunniest spots in the vineyard – called ‘honey flies’ (mouches de miel) by the locals. From the warmer 2018 vintage, this Pinot Noir is deeply pitched, with lush fruit, yet incredible verve and elegant tannins on its medium-bodied palate.
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Strauss & Co, Live Virtual Auction: Sweet, Fortified & Whisky
Sunday, 11 July at 10 AM
Over 60 lots of the greatest sweet and fortified wines feature in the upcoming Live Virtual Auction. Look out for 18 vintages of Vin de Constance back to 1987, KWV Tawny through to 1929, Boplaas ports, Nederburg Edelkeur and Mullineux's Olerasay. The iconic, international line-up includes Château d’Yquem, Suduiraut, Chapoutier, Kracher and Egon Müller. A number of fine whiskies are also included in this category.
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Glenelly, Lady May 2015
R 630 per bottle
From one of the finest Stellenbosch properties, this flagship release is vying for the title of best Stellenbosch Bordeaux red. It is pure class and has garnered high praise from critics. Christian Eedes went so far as to highlight it as the best in the line-up with 96 points when tasted alongside Bordeaux greats from the equally impressive 2015 Bordeaux vintage.
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De Toren, Book XVII 2018
R 3,260 per bottle
Formerly named South Africa’s Best Luxury Wine, the investment-worthy Book XVII is a true collector's item. Previous vintages have received the title of 'top score for an SA wine ever' by Wine Enthusiast. With no more than 1,200 bottles produced with each vintage, the Book XVII has gained an iconic following.
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Le Riche, Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
R290 per bottle
From the Cabernet Sauvignon specialists, Le Riche's pre-release Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 offers incredible value at under R 300. This quintessential Stellenbosch Cab is finely crafted, precise and bone-dry. Although approachable now, it also has 'a solid track record for beneficial cellaring,' writes Platter's Guide.
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