THE WINE LISTHOUSE WINE PER GLASS

Dry White - Du Toitskloof Tunnel White R28 Semi Sweet White - Van Loveren Special Late Harvest

R28Semi Sweet Rose - Robertson Natural Sweet

R28 Red - Du Toitskloof Tunnel Red R30

RETIEF GOOSEN WINE PER 187ml BOTTLE (GLASS)Dry White - The Gander Sauvignon Blanc

R35

Red - The Gander ShirazR35

SPARKLING WINELady Somerset Blush (Semi Sweet Pink) N/V – Somerset West Helderberg -R105 Floral and ripe strawberries tantalizes the taste buds which lingers with every sip

Van Loveren Papillon Demi-Sec (Semi Sweet White) N/V - Robertson - R135 Delightfully fruity sparkling wine with Turkish delight aromas and light floral tones

Rhebokskloof Tamay Brut (Dry White) N/V – Paarl - R135

Flowery notes because of Viognier. Tropical green characteristics because of Sauvignon Blanc. Dry but you can drink it!

METHOD CAP CLASSIQUEFood pairing: Fresh Oysters (when available)

Kumkani Infinity 2007/2008 - Stellenbosch - R180

5 years on the lease brings forth an absolute gem with distinctive citrus and biscuitflavours. A must!

Jacques Bruere Brut Reserve 2008/2009 – Robertson -R285

Elegantly complex with yeasty aromas, brisk bubbles and crisp lemon/lime flavours.Fantastic!

FRENCH METHODE CHAMPENOISEFood pairing: Nemo Blanket

Bonnaire Brut N/V - Cramant -R550

Straw yellow in colour. Yeasty with lemon flavours exploding on the palate.An exceptionally affordable French bubbly.

Veuve Clicquot N/V - Reims - R850

The predominance of Pinot Noir gives structure to the champagne, while thePinot Mieunier rounds out the blend. Chardonnay adds to the elegance andfinesse in this perfectly blended bubbly.

WHITE WINES

DRY WHITES SINGLE VARIETAL

Sauvignon BlancFood pairing: Nemo and King Prawn Combo

Flagstone Poetry 2013/2014 - Somerset West Helderberg - R90 Lovely passion fruit on nose. Pleasant tight tannins with melon and green fig comboon palate.

Noble Savage 2013 - Stellenbosch Banghoek - R95Crispy with tropical flavours of grapefruit and lemon. Lip-smacking and plucky. Clean pleasant tannins on side palate. Lady winemaker Ronel Wiid, I salute you! Cape Atlantic 2013 - Elim -

R110 An amazing wine deriving from wine maker David Nieuwoud of Cederberg Wine Estate.Bursting with tropical flavours and hints of cut grass. Zorgvliet Single Vineyard – Stellenbosch Banghoek-

R1754 Star Platter and Double Gold Michael Angelo Award. Clear colour with crispy tannins that salutes flows of lemon, gooseberry and melon flavours.

Springfield Life From Stone 2013 – Robertson – R195Our nr.1 Sauvignon Blank for 2014! Amazing melon and lime combo, with greenasparagus on the follow. A million dollar feel with each sip.

Chenin Blanc

Food pairing: Sole Exotica

Darling Cellars Arum Fields 2013/2014 - Rawsonville - R85 Off white in colour with pleasant blossom and stone fruit billow. A lovely summer quaffer.

Leeuwenkuil 2013/2014 – Swartland - R90 Light and crispy. A dry Chenin with no harsh tannins that will go excellent with fresh fish and oysters.

Secuteurs 2013 – Swartland - R115

From AA Badenhorst Family wines derives a 4 Star Platter Chenin with honey suckle and dryish tropical combination. Wonderful!

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Colombard

Food pairing: Grilled Sole with Downtown Sauce

Van Loveren Neil’s Pick 2013 - Robertson - R85 Some green apple whiffs. Fruity on front palate. More spanspek and paw-paw that dries out at end. For the more fruit driven wine drinker.

Riesling

Food Pairing: Smoked Springbok Carpaccio with Orange and Lime Compote

Altydgedacht Weisser 2012/2013 – Durbanville - R150

Delightful piercing acidity with spicy marmalade notes. Some pear nuances ending off with mouth plucking green tropical flavours. An excellent Riesling.

Chardonnay

Food pairing: Baby Kingklip Bonne Femme

Boplaas (Unwooded) 2012/2013 - Calitzdorp - R125

Pungent smells of vanilla and minerality on nose. Zesty green apple on front palate which ends off with a medley of tropical flavours. Will sell very well!

Badsberg Sur Lie (Wooded) 2011/2012 - Rawsonville - R155 Beautifully wooded with complex lemon, fennel and floral bouquet. Engaging lime tail and buttery aftertaste.

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DRY WHITE BLENDS

Food Pairing: Lemon and Herb Baby Chicken

Landskroon Paul Hugo White 2013 - Paarl - R85 Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc Clean, clear colour. Light on nose with tropical flavours drawing mostly from Chenin.Excellently priced.

Edgebaston “The Berry Box” 2013 - Stellenbosch - R125

Sauvignon Blanc/ /Viognier/SemillonA sip filled with smooth apricot and paw-paw. Gently invitingly fresh. Considered dry with a touch of sweetness. A real crowd pleaser.

Spier Creative Block 2 2013 – Stellenbosch- R185

Sauvignon Blanc/SemillonIf you want impress, order now! Gold Michael Angelo Award. “Fynbos” herb on nose. One long smooth, crispy sip with delectable steely minerality. A must!

SEMI SWEET & LATE HARVEST WHITES

Food pairing: Downtown Linefish

Pearly Bay N/V - KWV – Paarl R85 Sweet litchi and lavender aromas followed by rich sugary flavours.Some bright acidity that finishes clean but leaves a fruity memory.

Bon Courage Gewürztraminer SP Late Harvest 2013/2014 – Robertson - R130Enticing bouquet of baked pears, litchi, honey and spice. Delicate sweetness to enjoy solo or with spicy food. An absolute must!

ROSE & BLANC DE NOIRFood Pairing: Our Summer Salads

Robertsons Natural Sweet Rose N/V (Semi Sweet) - Robertson - R85 Light pink in colour. Absolute smooth sip with strawberry flavours galore.Clean summer feel.

Deux Frères Blanc de Noir 2013 (Dry) – Stellenbosch -R120

Lovely light rose pink with a beautiful clear look. Violet scents with some Turkish Delight combo. Dry with pleasant grippiness on back palate. The two brothers did it again!

Hermanuspietersfontein Bloos 2013 (Dry) – Hermanus Walker Bay -R150

Light pink with violet and rose petal whiffs. Dry floral sip made of 5 cultivars. Crafted for the dry pink wine lover.

RED WINES

RED WINES SINGLE VARIETAL

Cabernet

Food Pairing: Hunters Steak

Lord Somerset 2012/2013 - Somerset West Helderberg - R85

Light and easy drinking with some peppery undertones although smooth. Well Priced!

Perdeberg 2012/2013 - Wellington - R130

Convincing inky mineral core with generous black fruit and dash of oak spice. Absolutely satisfying.

Bartinney Private Cellar 2010/2011 – Stellenbosch - R250

Our top Cabernet for 2014! 4 Star Platter and well deserved. Blackberry and cassis on nose with velvety plummy softness on palate. What a wine!

Shiraz

Food pairing: Pepper Feta Fillet

Audacia 2011 - Stellenbosch - R175

Excellently crafted in typical Shiraz style. Some peppery tones with a full rounded swallow. A real meaty character. Spoil yourself!

Ridgeback 2008 - Paarl - R200 An amazing meat partner with its smooth clean swallow although spicy undertones.4 Star Platter. Some plush dark chocolate tones present. Order immediately!

Pinotage

Food pairing: Bacon and Avo Rump

Rhebokskloof Pearlstone 2011 –Paarl- R125

Ruby colour. Plum, mulberry on nose. Lovely smooth sip with pleasant tannins. Brightly fruity with less wooded character. Well priced.

Stellenbosch Vineyards Bushvine 2012 – Stellenbosch - R130

Typical pluckiness/peppery front palate. For the discerning Pinotage lover.

Perdeberg Dry Land Collection 2011 –Paarl – R205

4 Star Platter. This is as good as a Pinotage gets. Stylish in presenting its gentle side with luscious ripe berry fruit.

Merlot

Food Pairing: Carné de Triacorda

Villiera 2012 - Stellenbosch - R125 Fantastic ripe and plummy sip. Smooth as dictated by this flavour of the year cultivar. Excellently priced.

Middelvlei 2013 – Devon Valley Stellenbosch - R140 Lovely sweet mulberry on nose which lingers through on taste with combo blackberry flavours. Sweet richness and excellently crafted.

Barton 2011/2012 - Elgin - R200 Amazing bouquet of plum and dark chocolate with a lovely tannic approach whicheases down to a succulent mouthful. Our Merlot choice for 2014.

Nebbiolo

Food Pairing: Biltong and Balsamic Fillet

Du Toitskloof 2010 - Rawsonville - R125

One of the scarcest varietals to find in South Africa. Earthy dusty berries and spicy firm tannins. Bold and Beautiful. Italian Origin

Pinot Noir

Food Pairing: Rolled Mustard Steak

Lords 2010/2011 - McGregor Robertson-R250

Beautifully medium bodied with cherry and plum flavours accompanied by soft tannins from 14 months French Oak barrel maturation.Not freely available in the open market. Spoil yourself!

RED BLENDS

Food Pairing: Rump Unique

Rietvallei John B 2012 / 2013 - Robertson - R85 Cabernet/Tinta BaroccaYoung, plummy and spicy with predominant Cabernet structure with Tinta fruitiness. Excellently priced for this easy drinking red.

Thelema Mountain Red 2011/2012 - Stellenbosch - R125

41% Shiraz/22% Petit Verdot/20% Cabernet/8% Merlot/6% Grenache/3% Cabernet FrancSpicy aromas of black pepper and mulberry mingled with touch of liquorice. This 6 way blend is real value for money

Hermanuspietesfontein “Die Posmeester” 2012 – Hermanus Walker Bay -R160

Predominantly Merlot/ Cabernet/Shiraz An abundance of fruit flavours making up this 9 varietal blend. An excellent wine choice!

Boplaas Ring of Rocks 2011 – Calitzdorp -R300

Merlot/Touriga Nacional/CabernetThis country-style red with its deft oak seasoning is an absolute Oscar Winner!

Springfield “Work of Time” 2008/2009 – Robertson - R320

Cabernet Franc/Merlot/Cabernet/Petit VerdotAn absolute mouthful. Juicy, well rounded with herbaceous notes to add to its liveliness. A real gem!

ORGANIC WINESRED

Food pairing: Roquefort Rump

Reyneke Organic 2012/2013 - Stellenbosch - R145 Shiraz/CabernetA splash of Cabernet on the ripe, spicy Shiraz makes an exceptional good sip for theorganic wine lover.

WHITEFood paring: Chicken Curry

Reyneke Organic 2012/2013 - Stellenbosch - R145 Chenin Blanc/Chardonnay/Sauvignon BlancCitrus stone fruit and orange blossom on the nose. Fresh and full on the palate witha delightful aftertaste.

LOW ALCOHOL WINESRobertsons Light Sauvignon Blanc 2013 – Robertson R85

Robertsons Light Merlot 2013 – RobertsonR110

DESSERT AND FORTIFIED WINES PER PORT GLASS

Quinta Du Sol Port 2010 R35Boplaas The Chocolate Cape Vintage Port 2009

R40 Landskroon Cape Vintage Port 2011 R35Villiera ‘Fired Earth’ LBV Port 2004/2005 R40 Flagstone “The Last Word” Port 2006/2007

R40 Stellenbosch Hills Muscat de Hamburg 2010/2011 R35 Bon Courage White Muscadel R30 Lords Nectar Natural Sweet 2011 R35

Corkage Fee – R50 per 750ml bottle

WE HOPE THAT DOWNTOWN HAS OFFERED YOU AS A VALUED CUSTOMER A WINELIST THAT IS

PALATE PERFECT TO YOUR MEAL CHOICE. ENJOY!