“Roger Burton is a modest, below-the-radar winemaker who deserves to be better known.  This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and 33% Semillon comes from a cool, east-facing site on rare clay and granite soils in Constantia, showing steeliness, focus and depth, all lime, petrichor and subtle stone fruit flavours and a waft of understated oak. 2026-30”

Tim Atkin 2025 Report 94pts

“Floral perfume, herbs, citrus and peach plus a slight waxy note on the nose while the palate is medium bodied and tightly wound – good fruit expression and fresh acidity before a saline finish.”

Prescient Sauv/Sem Report 2025 Top 4 – 94 pts

“It begins with enticing aromas of fresh peach, leading to a vibrant palate that showcases its elegant texture. A pleasant, linear finish lingers, inviting you to savour each sip.”

IWSC Silver medal 92 pts

“Dab Semillon adds green pepper and hay to tropical granadilla and guava…6 months on lees adds breadth and creamy interest.”

Platter 2025 4 stars

“Hard to beat on value for money, especially in Constantia, this is a very impressive cuvée of Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon from the understated Roger Burton, with layers of nettle, celery and elderflower, mouth-watering acidity and a salty finish. 2024-27”

Tim Atkin 93 pts

“Bright guava and greengage aromas lead to a refreshing palate, showcasing tropical notes balanced by crisp acidity. The finish lingers pleasantly, an example true to style.”

IWSC Bronze medal

“The Semillon adds a savoury dimension….deep with a ripe tangerine note.”

Platters Guide

“Don’s Reserve might sound like something that a Mafia boss would drink, but is actually a wild yeast-fermented blend of Sauvignon Blanc and 43% Semillon with beautifully judged oak integration. Mixing shale and granite-derived components, this is pithy and focused, with layers of patisserie, wet stones, rock salt, green herbs and elderflower and a lingering finish. 2024-28“

Tim Atkin 94pts

“Peach, hay and some waxy character on the nose. Good fruit weight, creamy texture and a smart line of acidity before a gently savoury finish. Subtle and refined.”

2024 Prescient Bordeaux White Report, 95 pts

“Grapefruit, blackcurrant plus some waxiness on the nose.  The palate is rich and forceful – the fruit sweet and dense, the texture smooth. Full of flavour”

2024 Prescient Sauvignon Blanc Report, 93 pts

“Forward Aromas and flavour (mostly tropical with a good limey edge) on balanced, fresh and lively 2022.”

Platters Guide