This is the flagship vineyard for the large Valckenberg firm, and one of their best wines, year in and year out. The 2003 shows yeasty, leesy, minerally aromas and flavors of pear, pineapple and talc, finishing on tart, grapefruity notes. Light in body; try as an aperitif. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc. ——J.C.(5/1/2005)—— 87

After a bit of sulfur and mint on the nose, this wine creates tension and interest through its juxtaposition of warm, soft flavors (baked apple, vegetable oil) with a hard, edgy mouthfeel and a stony, mineral-tinged finish. —J.C. ——J.C.(3/1/2003)—— 87