Timed Online Auction, 13 - 24 November 2025

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Lovely deep brick red with slightly murky consistency, just signalling sediment fully formed and probably also an indication that the wine was bottled unfiltered. The nose is open and inviting, with aromas of dry cherries & figs, with a lovely sweet, fudgy coating. Layers of cedar, tobacco and leather unfold. The mouthfeel is silky, fully mature, but also still holding delicious vibrancy. Classy vintage Merlot.' - Higgo Jacobs, 94/100 (Oct 2025)

'1989's oak-fruit mélange clear notch ahead of 1988 which has strong, forward bouquet - bit smoky, good plummy fruit backing. Both gold medals at Intervin, North America's major international wine competition. 1989 only SA wine so honoured. All-new French oak well-toasted for 18 months.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 1996, 5*