September 2010
ON THE COVER
The delicate, herbaceous flavours of Karoo lamb are perfectly complemented by a juicy Bordeaux-style blend. Turn to page 88 to find out which blends our panel liked best.
WINE
CHECKERS CHECK LIST
Suggested Viogniers and Bordeaux blends at a purchase point close to home
US VERSUS THEM
How do local wines stack up against three top examples from Portugal?
SCENIC ROUTES
Heaven on earth
WHERE IT'S AT
Why you need to pay a visit to Sumaridge
GREAT LEAP FORWARD
De Toren wins one of WINE magazine’s top accolades
TREASURE HUNTING
Waterford finds gold with its Bordeaux blend
FOOD
KAROO LAMB
What makes the South African delicacy unique?
ALTYD MOOI
Springbok loin with honey-roasted pumpkin and truffle mash
CAKES 'N COURTS
A chocolate cake dedicated to the founding wine geek
DRINKS
THE SUMMIT OF COCKTAILS
A Cognac-based cocktail that is the drink of kings
TRAVEL
UNDER THE ANDES
In pursuit of Malbec in Argentina
DINING
RESTAURANT ANNOYANCES
Are South Africans agreeable diners or do we have unrealistic expectations?
PEOPLE
LIVING ON THE EDGE
The pursuits that keep winemakers busy outside the cellar
SILVER-TONGUED
How much clout do wine critics wield?
LIGHTBULB MOMENT
Soulful musings from Moreira Chonguica
