Ken Forrester Vineyards, Renegade 2014

"The 2014 Renegade is the Rhône blend of the range (in the style of Gigondas, according to Forrester), aged for 18 months in second- and third-fill French oak barrels. It has a lighter bouquet than I expected: raspberry preserve, crushed strawberry, and a touch of rooibos and fynbos guide you toward the Cape. The well-balanced palate is medium-bodied with plenty of red fruit laced with white pepper and sage, leading to an easy-drinking, very craveable finish. Good quality and great value. " - Neal Martin