2009 Boekenhoutskloof Sauvignon Blanc Western Cape Porcupine Ridge

With vineyards in the farthest flung corner of the Franschhoek Valley, this estate dates back to 1776, when a group of French Hugenots settled here and planted the first vineyards. Now, under an ownership group that purchased the farm in 1993, Boekenhoutskloof has established itself as one of the top wineries in all of South Africa. Their reputation rests on rich, round, intensely flavored wines, with Syrah and Rhône blends best and Cabernet Sauvignon consistently claret-like and focused. Boekenhoutskloof's Porcupine Ridge label offers solid quality at a very low price.

With vineyards in the farthest flung corner of the Franschhoek Valley, this estate dates back to 1776, when a group of French Hugenots settled here and planted the first vineyards. Now, under an ownership group that purchased the farm in 1993, Boekenhoutskloof has established itse... more