The 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Noble Late Harvest has a clean but unexciting nose whilst the palate has good acidity but fundamentally lacks much in the way of complexity.Mulderbosch is one of Stellenbosch's most famous names. Founded in 1989 by physician Larry Jacobs who resurrected an old fruit farm, the 48-hectare estate (26-hectares under vine) soon became renowned for their Sauvignon Blanc. Young Mike Dubrovic was recruited as head winemaker, though he departed in 2009 to be replaced by Richard Kershaw for both Mulderbosch and their sister winery, Kanu. I must confess, I was hoping for more, especially with respect to the Sauvignon Blanc that was surpassed by its peers.Importer: Cape Classics, New York, NY; tel. (212) 686-1300

Richly sweet, delivering unctuous dried apricot, mango, orange peel and tangerine notes carried on a lush, creamy, apple-tinged frame, with nice drive through the powerful finish. Drink now through 2015. 150 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

Creamy and lush, with lots of mango, peach, melon and nectarine flavors backed by a sweet, rich, unctuous finish. Has the fresh acidity to back it all up too. Delicious. Drink now through 2010. 375 cases made, 56 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add