Direct, featuring currant and blackberry fruit at the core, with cedar hints on the edges. Moderate length. Drink now. 28,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported.??–AZ??Region: South Africa / Western Cape Select to Add

Light, with modest dried cherry and pomegranate fruit backed by a twinge of dried herb. Drink now. 83,740 cases made, 140 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape Select to Add

Weedy, with modest black cherry fruit that loses its way in a bog of dried leaves, coffee and green herbs.——J.C.(11/15/2005)—— 81

The accessible, global style of this wine shows why KWV is a smart bet for everyday dining and casual entertaining. This vintage is no exception, displaying a lovely nose of toast, cinnamon and vanilla with intriguing notes of cardamom, black olives and baking chocolate. The deep currant flavors mix with pepper notes and firm tannins. This will suit a range of foods, from hamburgers and pizza to pepper steak and phutu.——K.F.(11/15/2003)—— 89

The nose of buttered toast, golden raisins, dried herbs, oiled leather, black olives and radicchio extends to the palate. A slightly herby tang to the finish imparts cleanness on the palate. A delicious expression of fruit that is subtle but well structured, not to mention inexpensive. ——K.F.(4/1/2003)—— 90