$20
SOUTH AFRICA : Stellenbosch : Polkadraai Hills
Syrah, Pinotage, Malbec
MED-FULL-BODIED, RASPBERRY, RED PLUM, EARTH, GAME, SMOKE, USED OAK
KFW is proud to produce Khayelitsha’s first ever fine wines, sowing the seeds of drinking awesome wine in historically underrepresented neighbourhoods. Bold and structured, with polished tannin and a nice line of acidity, their red blend is a barrel selection of 60% Syrah, 20% Malbec, and 20% semi-carbonic Pinotage, which adds a nice pop of brightness and fruit to the mix.
FARMING: Sustainable
PAIRING: Beef Bobotie (spiced minced meat with an egg-based topping)
$35
MEXICO : BAJA CALIFORNIA
Malbec, Merlot, Syrah
FULL-BODIED, CHERRY, RASPBERRY, GREEN PEPPERCORN, SOFT TANNINS, FRENCH OAK
Adobe Guadalupe began planting in 1997 and celebrated its first harvest in 2000; the wines today are acknowledged to be among the best in Mexico. 'Jardin de Tru' was made to celebrate the everyday joys of life, and friendship.
Farming : Sustainable, Vegan
Pairing : Tacos al Pastor
$20
ARGENTINA : VALLE DE UCO
Malbec
FULL BODIED, BLACKBERRY, VIOLET, PLUM, NEW OAK
FARMING : Conventional
PAIRING : Roast pork, hard cheese
$22
ARGENTINA : PATAGONIA : ALTO VALLE DEL RIO NEGRO
Malbec
MEDIUM-FULL BODIED, BLACK FRUIT, FLORAL, SUPPLE, NEUTRAL OAK
Inviting aromas of blackberry, currant, plum, with slight hints of coffee and cacao. There is a nervy tension with the fine grained supple tannins. It is light on its feet with a long, floral finish. A different side of Malbec.
FARMING: Organic
PAIRING: Grilled Beef