John Wilson Wines from South Africa to try: a surprising Stellenbosch white and a Swartland Shiraz

I was watching with envy the social media posts by a friend on a trip to South Africa, looking at the glorious sun-drenched vineyards, weighed down with ripe grapes. February always seems to promise more than it gives, and spring seems a long way off.

This week, we can pretend we are in South Africa with two wines from Tesco. Stellenbosch is one of the most historic and best-known vineyards of South Africa, possibly more famous for rich reds than sauvignon blanc, but this one is well worth trying. Swartland is another traditional wine growing region, better-known for bulk wine until recently. Over the last decade a new generation of younger winemakers have shown that the region has real potential.Gooseberry aromas with fresh racy green fruits and a crisp dry finish. Perfect solo, or with salads, creamy cheeses and grilled plaice.Four great new Irish whiskey releases to tryMedium to full-bodied with ripe chunky black cherry and plum fruits overlaid with some spicy notes.

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