Blackberry, plum and pepper on the nose are followed by red and black berries, vanilla/nuts and tobacco on the palate. A spicy, somewhat masculine style that is rounded off slightly by ripe fruit. The finish is lively. Pair with lamb or stew. ——S.K.(3/1/2010)—— 88

This wine starts with a sexy nose—dried herbs, plum, balsamic, pepper— and on the palate, marries fresh fruit and dry spice with an herbal spin. Balanced and approachable, and a good sip on its own.——S.K.(6/1/2009)—— 87

A juicy cherry and plum nose leads into balanced, poised flavors of berry and soft spice in this Cab from Fleur du Cap. Supple tannins and a smooth finish give it extra elegance. A very pretty red at a good price, the wine is ready to drink now, but could age for a few more years.——S.K.(11/15/2008)—— 86

Tobacco spice and cherry dominate this unfiltered Cabernet. It’s full-bodied with moderately sturdy tannins and the finish is persistent and pleasurable. A good, access-ible Cabernet that is just right and does not require a great amount of philosophizing. Pair it with a rack of lamb and leave the rest to nature.——S.K.(6/1/2007)—— 86