Wine lovers from all over the world use John Platter's yearly guide in their search for quality wines. South Africa's most famous wine journalist has just published his favourites for 2007.

Legendary wine specialist John Platter has recently released the list of South Africa's wines that receive the ultimate 5-star status for 2007. A record amount of 25 wines was given the top honors this year, compared to only 11 the year before. Enjoy!

The list of 5 Star wines for 2007:

5 Star South African White wines:
Cape Point Isliedh 2005
Cape Point Limited Release Sauvignon Blanc 2006 (Woolworths)
De Morgenzon Chenin Blanc 2005
Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2005
Rudera Robusto Chenin Blanc 2005
Spier Private Collection Chenin Blanc 2005
Vergelegen White 2005
Waterford Chardonnay 2005

5 Star South African Red wines:
Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2004
Bouchard Finlayson T'te de Cuv'e Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2003
Ernie Els 2004
Fairview Solitude Shiraz 2004
Hartenberg The Stork Shiraz 2004
Neil Ellis Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Raka Biography Shiraz 2004 Rudera Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
Saxenburg Select Shiraz 2003

5 Star dessert wines and port:
Boplaas Cape Tawny Vintner's Reserve Port 1980
Boplaas Vintage Reserve Port 2004
Bredell's Cape Vintage Reserve 2001
De Krans Vintage Reserve Port 2004
Ken Forrester 'T' Chenin Blanc Noble Late Harvest 2005
Paul Cluver Weisser Riesling Noble Late Harvest 2005
Signal Hill Eszencia NV


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