Avontuur Shiraz and Chardonnay

2005 Avontuur Stellenbosch Shiraz 83 Points

Clear, bright, deep cherry red with purple rim, complex and delicate meat jus character.

Blueberries, hints of plum compote and molasses, more Syrah aromatic profile than Shiraz.

Plump, juicy, elegant tannins, salty minerality, savoury black olives and preserved salty kumquat, touch bitterness distract, which stop it from reaching a very good 85 points.

From now until 2014.

2008 Avontuur Luna de Miel Stellenbosch Chardonnay Reserve 82+ Points

Clear, bright, straw with green tinge, medium concentration and medium viscosity.
Fresh, baked lemon, yeasty / biscuit and custard complexity. Juicy, rich and oily, with medium acidity, lending a delicate, honeyed profile, intermingle with persistent toast, barley and burnt citrus, good length and complexity.

From now until 2014.