95-100 / 18-20 ptsSuperlative. A South African Classic
90-94 / 17-17.5 ptsOutstanding
86-89 / 16-16.5 ptsExcellent
83-85 / 15.5 ptsVery good/promising
80-82 / 15 ptsCharacterful,
appealing
77-79 / 14.5 ptsGood everyday drinking
73-76 / 14 ptsPleasant
drinking
70-72 / 13 ptsCasual
quaffing
65-69 / 12 ptsPlain
and simple
60-64 / 11 ptsVery
ordinary
50-59 / 10 ptsSomewhat
less than ordinary
One of the best organic wines made in South Africa. It gives Merlot a new lease of life. Given the way it is made, four years later spells a peak. The best ambassador for Groot Karoo wines.