Appearance; Almost transparent, brilliantly clear Nose; Fresh, delicate grapefruit & lemon aromas with a white floral touch & nuances of lemongrass. Palate; Dry, crisp, delicate, light-bodied, fresh & fruity. Soft & subtle in the mouth, lively citrus acidity, balanced by a spicy note of white pepper, which lingers in the mouth. A pure, ephemeral sensation. Grace Koshu is our signature white wine. We let it rest on its lies for five months before bottling, which gives an extra dimension of richness, & which enables the preservation of its delicate aromas. The fine & delicate characteristics of the wine makes it the perfect match with all kinds of Japanese cuisine. Grace Koshu is also referred to as a representative wine of Japan in the 5th edition of the The World Atlas of Wine co-authored by the veritable Hugh Johnson & Jancis Robinson. Robert Parker in the US, various Masters of Wines & Jamie Goode in the UK have shown enthusiastic appreciation of our wine, as well the Financial Times in the UK. ...

Soft & subtle, but with multiple

Dimensions. Honeydew melon dominates the nose, with an accent of citrus & a hint

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Made with 70% Carricante & 30% Catarratto, this elegantly structured wine has enticing aromas of Mediterranean herb, fragrant yellow flower, citrus & a whiff of acacia. The fresh, savoury palate shows juicy lime, ripe pear, chopped herb & mineral alongside tangy acidity. The lingering finish closes crisp & clean. ...

Lightly fruity nose with floral, chalk & dried herb hints. Medium-bodied with moderate acidity & firm, dry tannin
- good balance.
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Beautiful harmony between lengthy Chardonnay & fragrant Pinot Noir. The result is a sparkling wine with a fine mousse giving freshness & finesse elegant ripe fruit & light yeast aromas & a rich creamy complexity on the palate. ' Cape sparklers are improving, with Beck ahead of the pack with this stylish citric champagne lookalike; expect more ripeness of fruit & less acidity than the real thing.' Rose Murray Brown MW, The Scotsman 'I've always enjoyed Graham Beck's sparklers, made in the champagne method under the supervision of the legendary Pieter Bubbles Ferreira. This 50-50 blend of chardonnay & pinot noir from the Robertson region is about as good as it gets for a non-champagne fizz, being crisp & clean, but toasty & brioche-like too. A cracking aperitif.' Jonathan Ray, Daily Telegraph ...

Limited stock. New vintage coming soon. Ultra Brut is the quintessence of the Graham Beck style. With a viridescent hue, this Cap Classique opens up with a lively bouquet of lemon zest & brioche notes. The rich, complex palate is perfectly balanced by fresh acidity & an exceptionally refined mousse. Endowed with a deliciously creamy texture & a rewarding finish, this ultra-dry sparkling wine is ideal to drink now or in the next 5 or 8 years. Previously known as Brut Zero, this ultra-dry Cap Classique was crafted without the use of additional sugar in the dosage
- the absence thereof allows the exceptional intrinsic qualities of the wine & its terroir to shine through more clearly. Ultra Brut is pure & honest
- a true testimony of extraordinary fundamental excellence. The Graham Beck Cap Classique craftsmen always maintain that making a sparkling wine with no sugar is like walking a tightrope, there are no room for errors. This unique style of wine can only be crafted in exceptional vintages & from only the highest quality cuve juice that can sustain extended time on the lees (five to six years). It joins the ranks of very few zero dosage sparkling wines, a category gaining in popularity amongst chefs, sommeliers, fashionistas, food enthusiasts & the health conscious.

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Fine deep tawny colour, with complex nutty aromas combined with hints of honey & figs. On the palate, rich mature fruit flavours, beautifully mellowed & a luscious long finish. Graham's 10 Years Old is made from wines of the very highest quality which, following careful selection, are matured in seasoned oak casks of 534 litres until their peak of maturity is reached. These are among the most demanding & challenging styles of Port to produce requiring great skill & years of experience from the winemaker & blender. It is essential to strike the correct balance between the delicacy & elegance which results from prolonged cask ageing while retaining the fruit quality which lends this old Tawny its structure & longevity. ...

Graham's 20 Years Old is made from wines of the very highest quality which, following careful selection, are matured in seasoned oak casks of 534 litres until their peak of maturity is reached. These are among the most demanding & challenging styles of Port to produce requiring great skill & years of experience from the winemaker & blender. It is essential to strike the correct balance between the delicacy & elegance which results from prolonged cask ageing while retaining the fruit quality which lends this old Tawny its structure & longevity. Graham's 20 Years Old represents superlative quality. Its principal attributes are great complexity & harmony. With an amber, golden tawny colour, denoting considerable age, Graham's 20 Years Old has an excellent bouquet, with a characteristic 'nutty' character (almonds) & delicious mature fruit with hints of orange peel, exquisitely mellowed by careful ageing. Rich, sweet & smooth on the palate, it is perfectly balanced, with a long & lingering finish. This is an excellent alternative to Vintage Port at less formal occasions & will keep for some weeks after opening. Graham's 20 Years Old pairs extremely well with nuts, dried fruits & fruitcake, but is also delicious as an accompaniment to vanilla ice cream or creme brulee. Serve slightly chilled to appreciate the full complexity & sensuous pleasure of this wine. ...

Graham's 30 Years Old is made from wines of the very highest quality which, following careful selection, are matured in seasoned oak casks of 534 litres until their peak of maturity is reached. These are among the most demanding & challenging styles of Port to produce requiring great skill & years of experience from the winemaker & blender. It is essential to strike the correct balance between the delicacy & elegance which results from prolonged cask ageing while retaining the fruit quality which lends this old Tawny its structure & longevity. Light, orange-tinted amber colour, magnificent perfumed nose with great class showing an array of dried fruits. Outstanding mature concentrated palate with full honeyed fruit, gorgeously mellowed. Simply delicious with an aftertaste that lasts & lasts. An excellent alternative to Vintage Port at less formal occasions. Will keep for some weeks after opening. Graham's 30 Years Old Tawny will surely make any lunch or dinner a memorable one. It is a fabulous accompaniment to dark chocolate, but can also be enjoyed on its own
- it is an experience in itself.
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Graham's 40 Years Old Tawny shows a golden amber colour, with a pale green tinge at the rim, denoting great age. Very complex with a powerful fragrance that belies its age. An array of flavours, from delicate fruit & raisins to toasted toffee & chocolate with an outstanding aftertaste. Time-honoured skills, craftsmanship & dedication are handed down from generation to generation at Graham's in the form of three unique arts
- the art of blending, the art of cooperage & the art of ageing
- to produce an extraordinary selection of Tawny Ports. A testament to time: Graham's 40 years Old is a witness to immemorial tradition. Graham's Master Blender composes this blend from wines put to aside in the cellar by his great-gr&-father, his gr&-father, his father & his uncles. He also sets aside wines for future generations. For those who appreciate the taste of time.

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