THE PRUE LEITH RESTAURANT • WINE LIST ( Dated - August 2010 )

Wine list of The Year Award 2006 – Gold
Wine list of The Year Award 2008 – Platinum

Krone Borealis Brut 2006 - (Tulbagh)

A classic consistency in composition (half Chardonnay, half Pinot Noir) with rich and toasty notes. R190.00
Villiera Monro Brut 2004 - (Stellenbosch)

Richly, silkily elegant blend of Chardonnay & Pinot Noir with a bouquet of baked apple and yeasty biscuits, with a lingering savoury dry finish.R250.00
Graham Beck Bliss Demi Sec NV - (Robertson)

Light yeasty aromas, with hints of butterscotch, honey and praline. This delectable bubbly will stimulate your sweeter senses.R205.00
Pierre Jourdan Cuvée Belle Rose - (Franschhoek)

A dry, subtly pink MCC made from Pinot Noir grapes at Cabriere EstateR245.00

First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - (Elim)

Firm and full flavoured with a crisp structure and a long elegant finish.
Intense tropical fruit and ripe fig flavours on the nose. R130.00
Mulderbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

A tropical nose packed with guava, ripe and green fig, granadilla, litchi, gooseberry and a hint of green pepper. Mouth-filling ripe fruit is supported by crisp acid. R170.00
Creation Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - (Hemel en Aarde)

A superbly balanced wine beckoning with aromas of tropical fruit, elegant elderflower and interesting, minerally whiffs. Full-bodied palate, well-integrated acidity and a memorable after taste. R165.00
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - (Constantia)

Mineral hints on top of the tropical fruit flavours, 12% Semillon adds richness and backbone. R200.00

Zandvliet Chardonnay (Unwooded) 2009 - (Robertson)

Subtropical fruit aromas with orange zest and ripe figs. R100.00
Glen Carlou Chardonnay 2009 - (Paarl)

Fermented in French oak barriques and matured for ten months sur lie, this wine rewards with rich, round fruity flavours, harmoniously balanced with well-integrated oak.R175.00
Warwick Chardonnay 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

Creamy, buttery oak richness and smooth structure with flavours of pear and grapefruit. R320.00

DMZ Garden Vineyards Chenin Blanc (unwooded) 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

Layers of pineapple, vanilla and quince on the nose. These flavours follow on the palate culminating in a tropical fruit salad, with crisp acidity and perfectly in balance. The lingering aftertaste is of honeybush, grapefruit and a hint of ginger. R95.00
Beaumont Chenin Blanc 2009/2010 - (Walker Bay)

Green melon, golden delicious apple and delicate apricot blossom aromas. Fresh green apple and pineapple flavour.R105.00

Haute Cabrière Chardonnay/Pinot-Noir 2009 - (Franschhoek)

This wine will surprise you with elegance, richness and an enticing bouquet that promisesfruit, complexity and subtle spices. R145.00

Bellingham Fair Maiden 2008 - (Wellington)

Blend of Chenin Blanc, Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Verdelho. Attractive tropical fruit, ripe peach, zesty citrus with discreet vanilla spice overtures. R205.00

Rustenburg Roussanne 2006/2008 - (Stellenbosch)

South Africas first example of this varietal! Together with Viognier, striking white hedgerow flowers, floral perfumes, slightly oaked. R290.00
Fort Simon Platinum Collection Viognier 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

A classical fruity white wine, packed with strong cultivar aromas of pear, apricot, peach, pineapple and quince upfront. Balanced to perfection with soft woody aromas, for a long memorable finish. R245.00
Creation Sémillon 2009 - (Hemel en Aarde)

The invigorating, salty bouquet, reminiscent of the fresh sea breezes caressing our vineyards, is complemented by delightful hints of green fig and petits pois. R165.00
Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio 2009 - (Franschhoek)

A fruit driven wine, elegant and smooth with delightful aromatics. Refreshing, easy drinking, golden delicious apple flavours. R110.00

Vergelegen Vin de Florence 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

The nose is extremely attractive with hints of green apples, ripe tropical fruit, white flowers and spice. The crisp acidity prevents the wine from becoming too sweet. R85.00

Delheim Spatzendreck 2009 - (Stellenbosch)

A delicious sweet late harvest wine with golden colour and aromas of honey, tropical fruits and floral notes. R80.00

Reyneke Biodynamic Sauvignon Blanc 2007 - (Stellenbosch)

Unoaked, dominated by peardrop ferment character, though fruit : acid components are in Balance. R195.00
Laibach Ladybird Red 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

Deep dark colour with a lovely refreshing red tint. Sexy and sleek with oodles of pure black fruit. Good dollops of spice well, supported with some lovely soft suppletannins. An explosion of fruit, on a medium bodied palate with good complexity. R185.00
Stellar Organic Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 - (Olifants River)

This wine exhibits characteristic Cabernet traits with ripe tannins that have no harsh edges. R105.00

Zandvliet Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 - (Robertson)

Juicy with mouthfilling flavours of mint and spices. 15% Shiraz. R122.00
Overgaauw Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 - (Stellenbosch)

Classic full-bodied Cabernet with a lengthy berry palate.R245.00
Rust en Vrede Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 - (Stellenbosch)

Opaque in colour, with wafting cherry and chocolate aromas backed by hints of spice from the French oak, the palate being very elegant with huge tannin structure.R320.00

Brampton Shiraz 2007 - (Stellenbosch)

The rich, savoury character of Shiraz is enhanced by Viognier, adding an aromatic dimension To the wine. Mourvedre component brings an amount of wild berry & spice to this blend. Earth, pepper-spice and hints of dark chocolate support the richness of ripe fruit. R190.00
Landskroon Paul de Villiers Shiraz 2008 - (Paarl)

Partially barrel-fermented / agedin all new American oak. Herb / berry snatches and gorgeous spicy oak.R140.00
Zandvliet Kalkveld Shiraz 2006 - (Robertson)

Plums, mulberries, and spicy liquorice minerality. Soft tannins, smooth and balanced. Very persistent. R250.00
Saxenburg Private Collection Shiraz 2005 - (Stellenbosch)

Matured for 12 months in American oak barrels. Well balanced, full bodied. Lively subtle fruit and herbaceous peppery aroma R290.00

Glen Carlou Pinot Noir 2007/2008 - (Paarl)

Mixed berries co-habiting with herb-rich scrub, juicy palate, amenable tannins and a long, balanced finish. R299.00
Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2008 - (Walker Bay)

Silky smooth tannins with delicious berry fruits, and underlined fruit of forest tones. Arguably one of SA’s best.R480.00
Creation Pinot Noir 2009 - (Hemel en Aarde)

The intensely fragrant bouquet shows a mélange of cherry, red and dark berry aromas, elegant vanilla and a whiff of wood spice. R295.00

Hidden Valley Pinotage 2008 - (Stellenbosch)

Big bold style with surprising softness on the palate. Rich seductive aromas of mocha and mulberry, with a ripe spicy, blackberry and chocolate taste.R165.00
Grangehurst Pinotage 2001 - (Stellenbosch)

Powerful, sweetly fruity flavours and big dry tannins.R240.00
Beaumont Pinotage 2006 - (Walker Bay)

Intense Pinotage fruit and plummy red berry aromas with a supremely elegant fruit driven palate backed by rich grainy tannins. R180.00

Excelsior Merlot 2008/2009 - (Robertson)

Rich dark red fruit, slightly gamey with a dusty, lingering finish.R140.00
Villiera Merlot 2007/2008 - (Stellenbosch)

Fresh mint and berries dominate, with soft tannins.R160.00
Jordan Merlot 2007 - (Stellenbosch)

Deep ruby colour with huge mouth-filling flavours of blackberry, cassis & mocha. Eighteen months in French oak barrels adds a complex toastiness.R220.00

Spice Route Mourvèdre 2007 - (Malmesbury, Swartland)

Elegant with evolved tannins of rich plum, berry fruits and subtle spice.R195.00
Bellevue, Morkel Malbec 2006/2007 - (Stellenbosch)

100% Malbec, with black plum fruit, fine tannins, and a long savoury finish.R190.00
Rainbow's End Cabernet Franc 2007 - (Stellenbosch)

Classic structure, well-managed tannins with tealeaf edge, floral notes.R235.00

Creation Syrah-Grenache 2008 - (Hemel en Aarde)

Alluring aromas of ripe black olive beckon from the glass, elegantly complemented by whiffs of pepper. A full-bodied wine with intense flavours of ripe plum, black pepper and the smokiness characteristic of Syrah. R258.00

Rupert & Rothschild Classique 2007 - (Simondium (near Paarl))

Distinct cherry and mulberry flavours and subtle hints of coriander, spice and pecan nuts. Elegant and well integrated with youthful tannins and a lingering finish. R199.00
Ataraxia Serenity 2006 - (Walker Bay)

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. Vibrant nose of wild berry fruit and intriguing spice notes. A soft nuance of cigar box adds complexity and personality.R265.00
Morgenster Lourens River Valley 2005 - (Stellenbosch)

Complexity of aromas with tobacco, liquorice and spices, with a long finish. Consistent and Elegant.R275.00
Buitenverwachting Christine 2002/2004 - (Constantia)

Ripe berries with nutty and wood vanilla characters, perfect harmony between strength and finesse.R480.00
Meerlust Rubicon 2001 - (Stellenbosch )

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc with blackberry, cassis fruit, smoky oak and a hint of clove. A South African "First Growth"R499.00
Mont-du-Toit 2003 - (Wellington )

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Plush, black velvet texture with wonderful harmonious flavours coming from this predominantly Bordeaux-styled blend with its splash of Shiraz. The wine ends with a delicious spice note. A must-try. R299.00

Fairview Agostinelli Sangiovese 2006/2007 - (Paarl)

This wine shows lovely Sangiovese character, with a rich mid palate and deep colour. Aroma of black cherries & plums with a fresh lingering finish. R170.00
Fairview Agostinelli Barbera 2006/2008 - (Paarl)

Aniseed & black cherry with some vanilla tones. Vibrant ruby colour, full bodied with a rich finish. R190.00

Delheim Pinotage Rosé 2009 - (Stellenbosch)

The wine displays the typical Pinotage red berry fruit aromas, which follows through onto a refreshing medium dry palate. R90.00
Buitenverwachting Blanc De Noir 2009 - (Constantia)

Fresh strawberries with undertones of peach, dry and delicious. R85.00

Krone Borealis MCC BrutR38.00
DMZ Garden Vineyards Chenin Blanc (unwooded) R30.00
First Sighting Sauvignon BlancR30.00
Zandvliet Chardonnay (unwooded)R30.00
Delheim Spatzendreck (semi-sweet) R28.00
Delheim Pinotage Rosé R24.00
Excelsior Merlot R38.00
Zandvliet Cabernet SauvignonR33.00
Brampton Shiraz R35.00

Moët et Chandon Brut NV

R880.00
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé

The aromas are chiefly characterised by pear and blackberry with hints of cut hay. Light and refined with a touch of citrus on the finish. R1045.00

France
Château Bernadotte, Haut Médoc 2005

Rich, full bodied yet elegant, with generous flavour. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a touch of Petit Verdot. Typical Bordeaux structure and pose. Harmonious fruit, good length. R430.00

Australia
Penfolds Thomas Hyland Chardonnay 2006

This wine displays all the fruit and freshness naturally present in the chardonnay varietal, with great wood integration. Bright, golden yellow colour. Mineral and floral aromas, with dried fruit notes. Fresh, fat and round. R410.00

New Zealand
Villa Maria Marlborough Riesling 2004

Quite sherbetty and aromatic, with a blossom fragrance. Off dry, but with lovely balance. R265.00

Spain
Marques de Riscal Red Reserva 2003/2004

Earthy and perfumed, great acid to cut through fatty meats like lamb. Sumptuous yet elegant, with sweet vanilla spice from American oak. Nutty Rioja aromas. Harmonious fruit, good length. R485.00

Zandvliet Shiraz 2006 (375ml) - (Robertson)

Peppery fruit brushed with oak char & fynbos. Dry, savoury and jammy nuances on palate.R85.00
Graham Beck Brut (375ml) - (Robertson)

Light, yeasty aromas, good fruit on the nose, and rich creamy complexity on the palateR85.00