South Africa
**** drink now
Bellingham Chenin Blanc 2004
WO Coastal Region $19.95
Reminiscent of a nicely-oaked Chardonnay in style, but typically Chenin in flavour. Look for flavours in the peach-apricot zones with attractive musky, spicy notes. It has firm texture and excellent balance, and makes for a delicious aperitif wine or a partner to lightly spiced seafood or chicken dishes. Order from This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it (RP)

****1/2 drink or cellar
Leopard Frog "Tantra" 2004 WO Stellenbosch $37.95
An impressive blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot from 15- to 35-year-old vines. Only 400 cases have been reserved for Canada and 60% of them have been sold already. The lucky purchasers (and their clients) will enjoy rich, concentrated dark fruit flavours with broad and deep complexity, a luxurious texture, and a long complex finish. You can drink it now (or after June) with red meat grilled no more than medium-rare, or hold it eight to ten years. To order, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it (RP)