Zalze SGV 2010
£7.49
Western Cape
Shiraz 80%, Grenache 15%, Viognier 5%
12 months in third and forth fill French oak barrels
14.50%
This variety blend is exclusive to the Co-op, apparently. Lovely aroma. Dark with baked fruit, sweet vanilla and spice. Lovely taste. This is a brand to watch. Really juicy and alive. Very good indeed.
Boschendal SMV 2010
£8.49
Western Cape
73% Shiraz, 24% Mourvèdre, 3% Viognier
Shiraz: 50% French oak barrels for 12 months; Mourvedre: 100% unoaked; Viognier: 100% forth and fifth fill oak barrels for 9 months
14%
Sweet, rich nose. Pleasant, but the Zalze is a triumph.