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Critics Ratings

2009
'Very few winemakers can rival Etienne Le Riche's Cabernet Sauvignons. Sourced from four different Stellenbosch sun-regions this is a very classy, polished red that combines sleek tannins with tobacco and savoury-sweet fruit flavours. Poised, malty and very well balanced.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2013, 93/100

'Easier going than other cabs in range, but also serious, with firm structure supporting the full, ripe flavour. Go to the others for intensity, this 2009 for earlier approachability.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2013, 4*

2010
'The follow-on vintage from Etienne Le Riche is slightly firmer than the 2009 release, but that's partly a function of age. This has more focus and drive, with classic cassis and graphite notes, harmonious oak integration and the long, finessed tannins that are the winery's hallmark.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2013, 93/100

'Wonderfully attractive aromas, as on all these reds. 2010's rich, ripe flavours supported by structure to offer satisfying drinking now & for years to come, though not too concentrated.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2014, 4*

2011
'Etienne and Christo Le Riche use Cabernet grapes from four different sites for this stylish, well-priced red. Deeply coloured, herbal and refreshing, with the fine-grained tannins that are typical of the winery's house style. Silky and subtle with a finish that lingers on the palate.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2014, 93/100