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Thelema Shiraz

 2004
    • Syrah
 RMB 277

In July 1983, the McLean Family Trust bought the old Thelema fruit farm, situated on the top of the Helshoogte Pass outside of Stellenbosch, South Africa. The search for the perfect location had been a long one, but finally they were closer to their goal: to make exceptional wines.

A rich, robust, exuberant and charming nose that reveals ripe black fruits and spices. The finish gives way to some delicate, toasty notes. In the mouth, the wine is full bodied, yet elegant with soft tannins. A superb and fresh Shiraz from one of the icons of South African wines. A…
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Thelema Merlot

 2004
    • Merlot
 RMB 277

Thelema vineyard has become an icon of South African wines. Sited on an old fruit farm not far from Stellenbosch, the Thelema winery now offers excellent and diverse wines for all palates.

There are lots of fruits in this Merlot: it’s like a veritable basket overflowing with ripe red fruits! Soon afterwards, there are some smoky aromas detectable, like a cigar box, as well as chocolate. To the mouth it is juicy at first, with some surprisingly firm tannins. Wonderfully balanced, this bottle will certainly seduce you.
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Thelema Cabernet Sauvignon

 2004
    • Cabernet Sauvignon
 RMB 370

Although wine had been made on the South African farm in the early part of the 20th century, there were no vines in sight when the present owners took over. The farm’s neglected state, however, did not detract from its charm – then as there are now, there were spectacular views of them mountains to be enjoyed, and the farm was dotted with enormous oak trees. Since then, the Victorian-style farmhouse has been restored, and the orchards have gradually made way for vineyards.

This wine has a complex and stylish nose, with lots of ripe black fruits and coffee bean…
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