Winemaker's Notes: This vintage of Sonvang displays the customary Mediterranean and oriental spicy aromatic profile, with earthy and spicy notes. This vineyard has a very strong vineyard character and identity, and the wine is very distinct and true to place. The wine has some nervous tannins that will mellow over time, and it simply needs a bit of a cool, dark cellar. If you love the nervous aspects and length of some Italian wines, then this is straight up your alley; it has a big game mentality.

Region: Swartland, South Africa

Grape Varietal: Alicante Bouschet, Agiorgitiko, Pontac, Bastardo do Castillo, Trincadera, Tinta Barocca, Lledoner Pelut, Grenache Noir, Pinotage, Cinsaut, Counoise, Carignan

Critic Rating: NR

Suggested Drink Window: TBA