Duncan Savage has solidified his reputation as one of the leading wine producers in South Africa, demonstrating exceptional skill year after year, even through challenging vintages like 2023. Having commenced his winemaking journey in 2011, Duncan made a significant transition in 2016 by establishing his own winery in Salt River, Cape Town. His approach to winemaking is characterized by a low-intervention philosophy, featuring the extensive use of large-format oak barrels.
Recently, he unveiled several new releases that have garnered acclaim:
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Savage Salt River Sauvignon Blanc 2023: This wine showcases intense lime and bright, concentrated fruit, coupled with spicy notes. Its textural richness includes hints of peach and exhibits purity, rated at 93/100.
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Savage White 2023: A layered blend featuring complex flavors of pear, peach, and cherry, punctuated by a touch of spice. This wine presents nice intensity and a broad dynamic range, earning a score of 94/100.
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Savage Never Been Asked to Dance 2023: This Chenin Blanc expresses notes of almond and honey alongside rich fruit flavors. On the palate, it is textured and pure, with bold richness, receiving a high score of 95/100.
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Savage Follow The Line 2023: A Cinsault from Darling displaying wonderful floral aromas mixed with herbs and bright red fruits. The palate reflects a smooth texture with sweet raspberry notes, rated at 94/100.
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Savage Girl Next Door 2023: This elegant Syrah aromatic wine reveals liquorice, red cherry, and raspberry flavors, harmonized with spices and minerals, awarded 95/100.
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Savage Are We There Yet 2023: A blend of Touriga Nacional and Syrah that presents density and focus, enriched with ripe black cherry and blackberry notes, rated at 94/100.
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Savage Thief in the Night 2022: Crafted from grapes in Piekenierskloof, this wine features wild fermentation with whole clusters and eight months of aging in foudres. It boasts sweet cherries, a floral bouquet, and elegant structure, achieving a remarkable score of 96/100.
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Savage Thief in the Night 2023: Another Grenache from Piekenierskloof, it highlights red cherry and strawberry fruits in a fine and refined expression, also rating at 96/100.
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Savage Red 2021: This concentrated blend combines red cherries and raspberries with a supple structure, offering lovely depth and elegance, rated 95/100.
For more information about Duncan and his wines, visit Savage Wines.