92 Points Wine Enthusiast: "This wine is renegade winemaker Adi Badenhorst’s favorite in his portfolio, and for good reason. In line with the best Bordeaux blends, it leads with an earthy, mineral-driven nose, and on the palate, it’s both juicy and restrained. Expressive flavors of pepper, mocha and spice and elegant tannins give the wine a stately and sophisticated style. It will keep getting better in the bottle." A classic vintage. The Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon were very typical of Rustenberg and will be long aging if cellared correctly. The 2005 sees a higher percentage of Petit Verdot which provides the palate with freshness and its natural acidity contributes to the very long finish of this wine. As usual, the aromatics are complex and typical of Rustenberg terroir. The wine will age beautifully and will continue to improve in the bottle.