Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'First Thought comes from a single, sheltered site on decomposed granite soils and is one of the earliest picked wines at Vergelegen. Ripe, textured and plush with smooth red and dark berry flavours and sweet vanilla spice supported by tannic grip. 2020-26' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2019, 92/100

'First Thought Cabernet Sauvignon is from a modern, early ripening clone on north-westerly facing slopes. Matured for 18 months in French oak, 100% new, the nose shows red currant and plums, rose petal and the merest hint of fynbos. The palate is medium bodied with pure fruit, fresh acidity and a classically dry finish.' - Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 92/100 (Apr 2019)

'The Last Word is picked three weeks later than First Thought and hails from a virus-free block in the lower part of the farm. It's a classic style, with supple, granular tannins, plenty of grassy perfume and stylishly handled new oak. Has the finesse to age further in bottle. 2020-29' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2019, 93/100