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South Hill, out in the hills of the Elgin Valley, is a small, focused winery that produces just three wines: Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and this rosé. Elgin, being close to the ocean but also at a higher altitude than many other areas, has the capacity to grow superb quality grapes. Aside from wines from boutique producers like South Hill, the amount of land bought by other top wineries is testament to the potential in this area.
This rosé has become a firm favourite for us, and the Caveau regulars, for good reasons. The wine is crisp and fresh, with beautiful fruit flavours and a bit of spice. It all combines to make a drink both refreshing and nicely weighted. A wine that defies the concept of rosé being a summer-only drink.
Brendon’s thoughts:
Soft and succulent in the mouth yet with a firmness to it, this wine wins on so many fronts. I’m a big fan of the pink. What can I say - real men drink rosé!
Jean’s thoughts:
An enjoyable light and crispy rosé. A touch of Provence in the Cape, or perhaps even better!
Price at Caveau: R90 per bottle / R23 per glass
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