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Critics Ratings

'Semillon blanc (no gris this vintage) in tight, austere 2014 from Skurfberg vines, basket pressed & raised in foudres. Linear & focused, with rapier-like acidity & stony, mineral elegance (has lowest alcohol yet), demanding plenty time in bottle to reveal well-concealed fruit.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2016, 4.5*

'Still very tight, with tangerine, white peach and verbena notes that show lots of energy, while salted butter and orange zest details fill in on the finish. Shows lovely cut and length. Should broaden out with some cellaring. Sémillon. Best from 2017 through 2021.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 92/100 (Apr 2016)

'A blend of Semillon Blanc and Semillon Gris planted in the early 1900s, the 2014 Old Vine Series Kokerboom has a very subtle bouquet, extremely nuanced with lanolin, beeswax, dried apricot and just a touch of brioche. The palate is very well balanced, slightly candied on the entry with dried orange peel and dried quince. There is a lovely texture here, just a mote of waxiness with a finish that is reposed and effortless. This is perhaps more approachable compared to the Skurfberg, but likewise it will repay cellaring.' - Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, 94+/100 (Nov 2015)

'The 2014 vintage of The Old Vine Series Kokerboom made by Eben Sadie is demanding stuff. From Olifantsrivier Semillon, the vineyards were planted in the 1930s and include both the white-berried and the red-berried form of the grape. On the nose, lime, pear, white peach, red table grape, thatch, dried herbs and some yeasty complexity - the list goes on. The palate meanwhile shows huge intensity, being weighty but not ponderous, the tangy, lemon-like acidity lending balance before a savoury finish. It's a compelling wine deserving of a good few hours of contemplation.' - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100 (Aug 2015)