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Gift Horse Barbera 750ml
Gift Horse Barbera 750ml
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Tasting Note
The wine is densely purple in colour. It’s a full-on nose, packed with concentrated black types of fruit like mulberry and ridiculously ripe cherry. But it’s the spice and herbaciousness that marks this wine as different. The wine is rich, but fresh, with clean, refreshing acidity and soft, luscious tannins. If cellared correctly this vintage will live for twenty years easily, but is drinking very well now because of the softness of the wine crafting.
Food Pairing
Needs something rich and savoury… like a good Steak!
Awards
| WINE VINTAGE | COMPETITION/REVIEW | RESULTS |
| 2017 | Platter’s Wine Guide 2020 | 4.5 Stars |
| 2016 | China Wine & Spirit Awards 2018 | Gold |
| 2015 | China Wine & Spirit Awards 2017 | Gold |
| Wine Enthusiast March 2018 | ||
| IWSC 2017 | Silver Outstanding | |
| Wine Advocate | 92 Points | |
| James Suckling.com | 91 Points | |
| Platter’s Wine Guide 2018 | 4 Stars | |
| 2013 | Wine Advocate | 93 Points |
| Platter’s Wine Guide 2017 | 4 Stars | |
| IWSC 2016 | Silver | |
| Lobenburgs Gute Weine, Germany | 96 Points | |
| WineMag, South Africa | 90 Points |
A fascinating expression of Barbera. Expressive nose, long finish. Has evolved wonderfully over 3 years since I tasted it second time around last.
My all time favourite wine. Like buttered toast.
Subtle, yet generous. Loved it!
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Vintage
2018
Appelation
Overberg Highlands
Grape
Red Blend
Alcohol Content
12.5
Vegan
Organic
Country
South Africa
"So great to be able to receive a regular delivery of good wine rather than the usual 12 bottle case sold by most 'wine clubs' "
- Terry Wharton Hood -
Great wine at a great time, everytime
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