‘Maturing, with a slightly dry edge to the black currant and cassis fruit, but there's plenty of concentration here, and ripe acidity lets interesting mineral and earth notes enhance the finish. For fans of the style. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.’ – 89/100 Wine Spectator (2003)

‘As flamboyant challengers – often laced with bulging ripe fruit and/or flagrant oak – come and go, this pre-eminent ‘Cape claret’, wih a two-decade bloodline, continues to hold court. Invariably fine-grained & classic; 99 dusty, cedar/tobacco notes, fruit still trussed up by lacy tannins Loaded with potential; needs at least a decade from harvest. 70% cab, 20% merlot, 10% cab f; 2 yrs Fr (Nevers) oak, 80% new.’ – Platter’s SA Wine Guide 2004, 4.5*