Winning Years

2021

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2021

Winemaker's Selection Pinotage

Pinotage
Vintage 2018
88 Points

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Pinotage
Vintage 2018
88 Points

Daisy Darling Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris
Vintage Non-Vintage
88 Points

Ruby Darling Smooth Red

Pinotage
Vintage Non-Vintage
84 Points

Rosy Darling Rosé

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris
Vintage Non-Vintage
83 Points

The Very Sexy Shiraz

Shiraz / Syrah
Vintage 2019
78 Points

Winemaker's Selection Lynchpin

Cabernet Franc
Vintage 2019
75 Points

Winemaker's Selection Pinotage

Pinotage

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

W wine that is rich with smoked meat nuances on the palate. Flavors of bacon, ripe apples and cherry pie.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: 2018

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Wine & Beverage Director for Press Club and Schroeder's

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

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Pinotage

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of fruity ripe cherries and strawberry jam. The palate is fruity, fresh, bright and slightly meaty. Pair alongside a charcuterie board or smoked meats.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: 2018

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Wine & Beverage Director for Press Club and Schroeder's

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Daisy Darling Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

Intriguing nose with savory notes of sage and lime zest. A punchy wine that is mouthwatering with flavors of lemons, green apple, and bell peppers.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: Non-Vintage

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Jon Sloane

Captain /Sommelier at Quince Restaurant

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Ruby Darling Smooth Red

Pinotage

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

84 Points

Tasting Notes:

A wine that is fruity, fresh, lively with nuances of ripe cherries and boysenberry jam.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: Non-Vintage

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Wine & Beverage Director for Press Club and Schroeder's

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Rosy Darling Rosé

Sauvignon blanc / Sauvignon gris

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

83 Points

Tasting Notes:

There are notes of savory stuffed bell pepper, dark cherries, and asparagus. The wine has layers and complexity and is very food friendly.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: Non-Vintage

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Thomas Brenner

Beverage Manager at Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club

Andrew Browne

Sommelier at Restaurant Gary Danko

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

The Very Sexy Shiraz

Shiraz / Syrah

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Bronze Medal

78 Points

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of brambly berries and fresh jam nuances followed by tones of smoke and spices. Soft, fruity palate with some wild herbal notes.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: 2019

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Winemaker's Selection Lynchpin

Cabernet Franc

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USA Wine Ratings 2021

Bronze Medal

75 Points

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of stewed strawberries and blackberries. A smokey, toasty, and herbal wine with red currants and red cherry notes.

Producer Name: Cloof Wine Estate
Country: South Africa
Vintage: 2019

Category: Still Wines (Vintage / Non-Vintage)

TASTED BY:

Patrick Farrell, MD, MW

Master of Wine

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Winning Years

2021

Winemaker's Selection Pinotage

Inkspot

Daisy Darling Sauvignon Blanc

Ruby Darling Smooth Red

Rosy Darling Rosé

The Very Sexy Shiraz

Winemaker's Selection Lynchpin

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Jon Sloane

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Mauro Cirilli

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Thomas Brenner

Andrew Browne

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Tasting Notes:

TASTED BY:

Patrick Farrell, MD, MW

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