"The 2011 Riebeek Pinotage could be chilled like Beaujolais, as this is a lighter-styled wine, with hints of Christmas fruitcake, plum sauce and cherries all present in a very attractive, spicy style. It is round and well-made, and for someone who usually dislikes these wines intensely, this is quite drinkable and seductive. It should be consumed over the next year."
Wine Advocate (Issue 201, June 2012), 87 pts
"Attractive nose of blue and black berry spice, black cherry and a vanilla pod. Round and supple texture finishing fresh."
- Decanter World Wine Awards 2020, 90 pts - SILVER MEDAL
"Light ruby black color. Aromas and flavors of fresh turned soil, sautéed shitake, dried cherries, dates, vanilla, coffee, and grilled plum with a satiny, lively, dry medium body and a tingling, intriguing, medium-long finish manifesting overtones of olives, herbs, and rhubarb with fine, well-integrated, coating tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A delightful red that manages to be both bright and rich, fruity and savory."
- Beverage Testing Institute (April 2021), 89 pts
2017 Decanter WWA