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Warm, dry summers and rocky, well-drained soils give small crops of intensely flavoured fruit – ideal for fortifieds. The team leans on decades of experience with Tinta Barocca, Touriga Nacional and other Port grapes, aiming for wines that balance sweetness, spirit and genuine complexity. De Krans Cape Tawny is made in a classic oxidative style: fortified young, then matured for years in old barrels to develop nutty, caramel and spice notes while the colour fades to amber. It’s a South African take on traditional Tawny Port – generous and sun-soaked, but crafted with a clear eye on balance and drinkability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour:\u003cbr\u003eDeep amber to burnt orange with a tawny rim and clear, bright core, showing extended barrel ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose:\u003cbr\u003eDried fig, raisin and sultana lead, followed by caramel, toffee and roasted nuts. Secondary notes of orange peel, baking spice (cinnamon, clove), a hint of coffee and a touch of vanilla add richness and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate:\u003cbr\u003eFull-bodied and mouth-coating, with a silky, slightly viscous texture. Sweet flavours of caramel, butterscotch, dates and dried apricot are balanced by gentle acidity and the warmth of the grape spirit. Nutty, walnut-like notes and a touch of espresso or dark chocolate bring savoury contrast, so the wine feels indulgent but not cloying. The overall impression is rich, comforting and very crowd-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish:\u003cbr\u003eLong, warming and sweet, with lingering caramel, toasted nuts, dried fruit and a gentle spicy glow from the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine-of-the-Month Club","offers":[{"title":"Medium Sweet \/ Red","offer_id":45027127230643,"sku":"FWNV11TP01","price":207.83,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/1Bottle-Port.jpg?v=1782455926"},{"product_id":"boplaas-cape-tawny-nv","title":"Boplaas Cape Tawny NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoplaas Family Vineyards near Calitzdorp has been tending vines and crafting wines since 1880. The finest Tinta Barocca and Touriga Nacional is selected by the winemaker from specific low-yielding vineyards in order to craft an inky black wine, that is then barrel matured for a decade or more. All the fruit is hand harvested at optimum ripeness, fermented and fortified in small lagars, barrel matured in large seasoned oak barrels for a minimum of 8 years, blended meticulously to craft the distinctive colour and flavour profile of a fine Boplaas Cape Tawny. This port is a fiery red-brown, tawny-coloured wine with flecks of olive green on the rim. The bouquet unfurls with walnut, roasted almond, honey, caramel, a melange of spices, citrus, warming brandy and charred oak notes that typify Tawny.  A lusciously smooth, mouth-watering palate of brandied fruits, roasted nuts, honey, caramel toffee, warm spices and hints of citrus, tantalize the taste buds long after the first sip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boplaas","offers":[{"title":"Sweet \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074026791091,"sku":"FWXX12TP01","price":247.83,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/boplaas-cape-tawny-nv.jpg?v=1758701044"},{"product_id":"boplaas-cape-ruby","title":"Boplaas Cape Ruby","description":"Boplaas Family Vineyards near Calitzdorp has been tending vines and crafting wines since 1880. Boplaas Cape Ports wines are crafted in much the same way as the lauded Ports of the Douro Valley - utilizing full-ripe Portuguese varietals such as Tinta Barocca, Touriga Nacional and Souzao. This fortified wine exhibits a deft balance between ripe fruit flavours, supple tannins, spice and hints of oak that make it such a versatile, approachable and enjoyable style of Cape Ports.","brand":"Boplaas","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074047959219,"sku":"FWNVXXRP07","price":103.48,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/8879-large_default.jpg?v=1762149869"},{"product_id":"boplaas-cape-vintage-reserve-2020","title":"Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2020","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eBoplaas Family Vineyards, located in Calitzdorp in the Klein Karoo, is widely regarded as one of South Africa’s leading producers of Cape fortified wines. The Nel family has been farming and producing wine on the property for generations, developing a reputation for working with traditional Portuguese grape varieties particularly well suited to the warm, dry conditions of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eCalitzdorp’s climate, characterised by hot days, cool nights and low rainfall, allows grapes such as Touriga Nacional and Tinta Barocca to ripen fully while retaining structure. The Boplaas Cape Vintage Reserve 2020 is produced using traditional port-style methods: hand-harvested grapes are fermented in open lagares with manual pigeage before the ferment is arrested by the addition of grape spirit. The wine is then matured in oak barrels before bottling unfined and unfiltered, allowing it to develop further complexity with long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eInky black with deep purple tones and a vibrant garnet rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eAromatic layers of blackberry, tart cranberry and dark plum rise from the glass, accompanied by floral hints of violet, fynbos and warming all-spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eFull-bodied and intense, with concentrated red and black fruit supported by firm tannins. Notes of liquorice, dark chocolate and spice add depth while the fortified structure provides richness and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eLong and structured, with lingering dark fruit, cocoa and savoury spice that promise further complexity with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boplaas","offers":[{"title":"Sweet \/ Red","offer_id":45027413131443,"sku":"FW2012RP02","price":304.35,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13474-large_default.jpg?v=1762150114"},{"product_id":"boplaas-cape-vintage-port-2023","title":"Boplaas Cape Vintage Port 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the Nel family’s historic vineyards in Calitzdorp, Boplaas Cape Vintage 2023 is part of a long tradition of South African fortified wines made in the classic style of Port. Calitzdorp, in the Klein Karoo, offers hot days, cool nights and ancient, well-drained soils that help Portuguese-heritage varieties like Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barocca and Souzão reach full ripeness with concentrated flavours. Boplaas embraces traditional methods - fermenting in open lagares with manual pigeage and fortifying at the optimal moment with quality grape spirit - followed by maturation in Portuguese oak pipes to build structure and complexity. The result is a wine that bridges time-honoured technique with the fleshy fruit and warmth characteristic of South African Cape Ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eInky purple-black with a deep garnet rim that hints at serious density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eEnticing aromas of ripe cherries and plums form the core, joined by blackberry, violet florals, warm spice and subtle dark chocolate notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eFull-bodied and luscious, the palate opens with concentrated black fruit and cherry layers, followed by peppery warmth and violet nuances. Tannins are ripe yet supportive, balanced by a generous sweetness that’s integrated with the wine’s fortification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eLong, rich and indulgent, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a touch of oak-derived complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boplaas","offers":[{"title":"Sweet \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074062868659,"sku":"FW2312RP02","price":143.48,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13483-large_default.jpg?v=1762150121"},{"product_id":"van-loveren-red-muscadel-2024","title":"Van Loveren Red Muscadel 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eVan Loveren Family Vineyards, situated in the Robertson Valley, is one of South Africa’s most established family-owned estates, with a winemaking lineage spanning multiple generations. The region’s warm, dry climate and alluvial soils are particularly well suited to Muscat varieties, allowing grapes to achieve full ripeness and natural concentration - key to producing expressive fortified wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eThe estate’s approach balances consistency with accessibility, focusing on clean, fruit-driven styles that reflect both varietal character and regional identity. In the case of the Van Loveren Red Muscadel 2024, minimal intervention during fermentation and fortification allows the natural aromatics of Muscat de Frontignan to remain front and centre, resulting in a wine that is unmistakably Robertson in style - generous, aromatic, and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eDeep ruby with garnet flashes, showing richness and concentration in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eLifted aromas of raisin, ripe red berries and Turkish delight, with hints of orange peel and spice adding depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eFull-bodied and smooth, with layered flavours of dried fruit, raspberry and caramelised sugar. The sweetness is pronounced but rounded, with a soft, mellow texture rather than heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eLong and lingering, with notes of raisin, spice and a subtle nuttiness tapering gently on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Van Loveren","offers":[{"title":"Sweet \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074063425715,"sku":"FW2412MS01","price":94.78,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/VanLoverenRedMuscadel2024.jpg?v=1777536782"},{"product_id":"de-krans-muscat-blanc-2024","title":"De Krans Muscat Blanc 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eNestled in the Klein Karoo near Route 62, De Krans Wines blends deep family heritage with skilful winemaking to create distinctive fortified and sweet wines. The Muscat Blanc 2024 showcases this tradition, using hand-harvested Muscat Blanco grapes from low-yielding vines that deliver intense aromatics and fruit concentration. Grapes are gently destemmed, macerated for flavour extraction and the juice is then fortified to arrest fermentation, preserving both sweetness and fresh acidity. The Calitzdorp terroir - warm days, cool evenings and well-drained soils - gives the wine its ripe stone fruit and floral richness balanced by vibrant fruit purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eColour: Deep golden yellow with bright, green-tinged highlights - rich and radiant in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eNose: A vivid bouquet of fresh peach, exotic lychee and spring blossoms leads, underpinned by classic Muscat floral character with hints of citrus peel and honeyed fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003ePalate: Lusciously sweet yet balanced by lively acidity, the palate delivers a cascade of ripe stone fruit, musk, apricot and floral Muscat spice. The high sugar and concentrated fruit make for a sumptuous, mouth-coating experience that remains vibrant rather than syrupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2418\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eFinish: Long and indulgent, with persistent fruit sweetness and fresh floral echoes that linger alongside hints of spice and honeyed citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"De Krans","offers":[{"title":"Sweet \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074063622323,"sku":"FW2412MS02","price":134.78,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13546-large_default.jpg?v=1762150130"},{"product_id":"de-krans-vintage-reserve-2018","title":"De Krans Vintage Reserve 2018","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eDe Krans Wine Cellar is located in the town of Calitzdorp in the Klein Karoo, a region widely regarded as the heart of South Africa’s port-style wine production. Warm summer days, cool evenings and low rainfall create ideal conditions for cultivating traditional Portuguese grape varieties that thrive in the area’s dry climate and stony soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eEstablished as a family-run cellar with roots going back to the late 19th century, De Krans has played an important role in developing South Africa’s modern port-style wines. Portuguese varieties such as Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz were planted here from the late 1970s, and the estate has since built a reputation for structured, age-worthy fortified wines. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eDe Krans Vintage Reserve 2018 is produced from carefully selected vineyard blocks and harvested at high ripeness before fermentation is halted with the addition of grape spirit. The wine is then matured in large vats and seasoned oak barrels before bottling, allowing it to develop depth while retaining the rich fruit character typical of the Cape Vintage style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eDeep ruby-black with a dark plum rim, dense and opaque in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eAromatic layers of ripe blackberry, dark cherry and plum lead the bouquet, followed by violets, liquorice, dark chocolate and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eFull-bodied and rich with concentrated flavours of blackcurrant, mulberry and stewed plum. The sweetness is balanced by fresh acidity and firm, structured tannins, giving the wine weight without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eLong and warming, with lingering dark fruit, cocoa and spice notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"De Krans","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45075043549363,"sku":"FW18XXVP02","price":346.96,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13803-large_default.jpg?v=1762154033"},{"product_id":"boplaas-20yo-coheita-tawny","title":"Boplaas 20YO Coheita Tawny","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eBoplaas Family Vineyards, situated in Calitzdorp in the Klein Karoo, has become one of South Africa’s most respected producers of fortified wines and Portuguese grape varieties. 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This long maturation softens the spirit character while building layers of caramel, roasted nuts, dried fruit and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eDeep amber-tawny with copper highlights and a polished mahogany edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eComplex aromas of toasted almond, walnut and pecan lead into layers of dried fig, raisin, orange peel and burnt sugar. 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This extended maturation allows the spirit and wine to integrate while adding depth and complexity without overwhelming the distinctive Muscadel fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep ruby-red with a rich, youthful crimson hue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntensely fragrant, with ripe Muscat grape, raisins and dried red fruit leading into floral notes, Turkish delight, honey and gentle spice. Subtle oak-derived vanilla and dried-fruit complexity sit beneath the aromatic fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-bodied, rich and lusciously sweet, with flavours of ripe raisins, sultanas, dried berries and Muscat grape. 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The grapes are harvested at full ripeness, fermented in traditional open lagares with intensive manual pigeage, then fortified with grape spirit at the appropriate point in fermentation. The wine spends 12 months ageing in Portuguese oak pipes before bottling, allowing the generous fruit, spice and tannins to come together. The Tinta Barocca component includes fruit from old vines planted in 1968, adding depth to the blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep purplish-black with an intense, youthful colour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe black cherry, plum and blackberry lead the aromas, followed by violets, pepper and warming spice. 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