The World of Wines

KEN FORRESTER THE FMC - SOUTH AFRICA

Ken Forrester wines are situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, in the heart of South Africa’s most famous wine region Stellenbosch. Ken Forrester vineyards are commonly referred to as the Home of Chenin Blanc and other premium awardwinning wines. This wine has been poured at numerous grand events including the opening of The Scottish Parliament, as well as the 85th birthday of President Mandela. The pinnacle of what we consider to be the finest expression of the grapes of this varietal - an icon chenin, a challenge to the world! Rich, layered with dried apricot, vanilla and honey.

Available from Under the Influence for 6000Ksh

ST. JOHN’S ROAD BAROSSA VALLEY, BLOOD AND COURAGE SHIRAZ 2016 - AUSTRALIA

This classic Barossa Shiraz is a great illustration of teamwork by combining ripe, rich fruit from the vineyard with balanced oak integration and skilful winemaking. This Shiraz is opaque crimson red with redbrick hues and has lifted red fruit aromatics with a hint of sweet spice and cherry pastilles aromas. The palate is rich and densely flavoured with bright, expressive red fruit notes and wisps of toasted vanilla.

From Dion Wines, available from Greenspoon.com

CASILLERO DEL DIABLO - CHILE

More than 135 years ago, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro stored his best wines in a cellar, behind a wrought iron locked gate. After noticing wine being stolen from the cellar, Don Melchor de Concha y Toro spread a rumour that the devil lived there. From that day on no other bottles disappeared. Decades later the story was captured by Casillero del Diablo, a Cabernet Sauvignon launched in the 60s with its first 1966 vintage. The wine is an intense ruby red and hints of rich fruit like plums and cherries. The barrel ageing length lent to its toast and coffee notes

Supplied by Viva Global and is available in all key supermarkets

LELESHWA ROSE - KENYA

This salmon-coloured Rose is from the Great Rift Valley, is semi-sweet and has a fruity flavour that toasts the endless summer of the tropics. It enhances the pleasurable taste of chicken salad or poached fish.

Available at Carrefour, Shoprite, Chandarana (and other major retail outlets)