1 | Wine | New Arrivals, South Africa, $10 to $20

"Pale straw-yellow. Grapefruit, melon, lemon and papaya aromas lifted by a minty nuance. Bright, savory and laid-back, with racy acidity giving excellent cut to the fruit, honeysuckle and subtle mineral flavors. A lovely hint of semillon richness blends nicely with the vibrant sauvignon. This could use a year of patience. Incidentally, this winery is called Shannon Vineyards in South Africa."

"It shows impressive purity on the nose with scents of macerated dark cherries, wild strawberry and raspberry. The oak is beautifully integrated. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins. It has very impressive focus, a Pinotage a little aloof and masculine, but with style and class."

"This crowdpleasing rosé displays alluring aromas and juicy flavors of pomegranate, watermelon and strawberries, accented with delicate floral and spice hints."

"Brimming with abundant blackcurrant aromas, this full-bodied wine is a mouthful of juicy plum flavours. Delightfully versatile, it makes a delicious partner to a wide variety of foods."

"Ripe but well-focused, with straw, white peach, kiwifruit pulp and pink grapefruit notes all wound together and extending through the well-defined finish. Very solid, this should mellow with modest cellaring."

"Dances on the tongue with delicious reward from its luscious fruit expression. There is a distinct mineral quality which is symptomatic of the dry land conditions under which the grapes are produced. Refreshingly crisp, medium bodied but very “showy” with hints of litchi, white peach and kiwi fruit!"

"The nose joyfully lifts from the glass with dark plum, bell pepper and a dash of white pepper that is very well defined and full of energy. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, spicy black fruit laced with dark plum and soy that all leads to a structure, fresh, compelling finish. Superb."

"One of the few drier style Gewurtztraminers made in South Africa. Highly fragrant with litchi, rose petal, lime aromas leaping from the glass."