Al and Hugh give some additional picks for South African wines. Click on the photo for the list of recommendations.
Essay Sauvignon Blanc, Western Cape '15
Sauv blanc with a touch of semillon, à la white Bordeaux
Quality: ★1/2
Price Range: Less than $20
Ernie Els Chenin Blanc, "The Big Easy", Western Cape '15
Fine chenin blanc with golden delcious apple flavors
Quality: ★★1/2
Price Range: Less than $20
Ernie Els "The Big Easy Red", Western Cape
A deep brooding Cotes du Rhone imitator with good flavor
Quality: ★★1/2
Price Range: $20-$40
Protea Rosé, Western Cape
Uses Rhone varietals to make a dry rosé that delivers character
Quality: ★★
Price Range: Less than $20
Rust & Vrede Merlot, Stellenbosch, '14
A very complex, smooth merlot, good oak and sound structure
Quality: ★★1/2
Price Range: $20-$40
