Staff Picks
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Country: South Africa, Western Cape, PaarlGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet FrancABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points / Gold Medal - IWSC. Bacco Estate Red Blend is the flagship wine from one of Paarl’s rising stars. Crafted from a Bordeaux-inspired blend with a nod to Italy’s Super Tuscans, it’s a bold, expressive red that combines Old World structure with New World intensity — a wine with serious pedigree and undeniable character. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points / Gold Medal - IWSC (2021 Vintage) "Elegant nose showcasing blackcurrant and well-integrated oak. Ripe tannins meld seamlessly with hints of d
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Country: South Africa, Western Cape, PaarlGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet FrancABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points / Gold Medal - IWSC. Bacco Estate Red Blend is the flagship wine from one of Paarl’s rising stars. Crafted from a Bordeaux-inspired blend with a nod to Italy’s Super Tuscans, it’s a bold, expressive red that combines Old World structure with New World intensity — a wine with serious pedigree and undeniable character. Wine Press Ratings 95 Points / Gold Medal - IWSC (2021 Vintage) "Elegant nose showcasing blackcurrant and well-integrated oak. Ripe tannins meld seamlessly with hints of d -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, PaarlGrapes: Vermentino / RolleABV: 12%Style: Aromatic Floral WhiteThe 2024 Vermentino from Bacco Estate is a bright, coastal-inflected white with zesty citrus, wild herbs, and a saline edge. Italian by variety, proudly South African in character — it’s vibrant, textured, and refreshingly different. A clever, confident take on Mediterranean style. Taste Fresh, fragrant and floral on the nose, the Bacco Estate Vermentino offers an enchanting blend of peaches, pear drops and jasmine with a clean citrusy overtone. On the palate, there's a delicious blend of apples -
Country: South Africa, Western Cape, PaarlGrapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, MalbecABV: 14%Style: Smooth Fruity RedThe 2021 Prelude from Bacco Estate is a poised, fruit-forward blend that hints at the estate’s Grand Vin to come. Juicy dark berries, subtle spice, and fine tannins make this an elegant, early expression of the house style — approachable yet built with intent. Wine Press Ratings Bronze Medal Winner - IWSC (2021 Vintage) "Aromas of black fruit and dried tea with well-integrated flavours of ripe berries and leather." Taste Deep crimson with ruby highlights, this blend opens with a classic Bordeaux