4 ½ Stars 2025 John Platter’s South African Wine Guide Powerful 5-way, cab-led Bordeaux blend with 30% shiraz joining the plush black fruit ensemble (blueberry, cherry) on 22 (92 pts). Perfume & pepper meld with vanilla from 14 months in 30% new oak, velvet tannins frame the fruit, finishing sweetly. WO Stellenbosch.92 pts Tim Atkin MW 2024 Nicolas is based on the five red Bordeaux grapes, led by Cabernet Sauvignon, but also includes 30% Syrah. Now entirely made with Stellenbosch grapes, it’s fresh, perfumed and nicely defined, with stylish 33% new oak, fine-grained tannins and layers of cassis, bramble and red berry fruit complemented by a herbal twist. 2025-3090 pts Wine Enthusiast April 2025 Balanced and smooth, this red blend bursts with aromas of sweet baking spices and pink peppercorn. The firm palate is full of fruit flavors that merge with hints of clove and thyme. It has optimal freshness, soft tannins and a medium-long finish.
