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This wine's an award winner...
Bronze Medal
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2023
Never Miss Out
Never Miss Out
Never Miss Out is a way for you to lay claim to wines you love. Every year when a new vintage of your chosen wine lands, we’ll set aside a case just for you.
We’ll email you a week or two before delivery with the details, giving you the chance to make changes or skip your order. If we don’t hear back, we’ll take payment and send your case as soon as it’s ready, so you can put your feet up and enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple before anyone else gets a sniff.
Still not sure? Please click here for our full list of Never Miss Out FAQs.
Guarantee yourself first dibs of the next vintage (and every vintage thereafter) by popping your name on the Never Miss Out list. Nothing to pay today!
75 people have already reserved their case
This wine's an award winner...
Bronze Medal
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2023
About the wine
Proud as punch to have his son's name on the label, Johan's lavished this Reserve with the best fruit and oak in Stellenbosch
- Our Maxime Reserve is a Mediterranean blend of Shiraz, Grenache, Cinsault and Mourvedre grown on the mountain valley of Piekenierskloof on 700 meters above sea level on decomposed granite soils. This specific terroir is best suited for these varietals, which are now in super high demand by most winemakers in South Africa. Thanks to Angel Funding, I could secure this amazing wine for you!
- Our Maxime Reserve might be less bold than older brother`s wine - the Matteo Reserve, but still has the power and elegance in equal measures, capturing the warmth and spice of the Shiraz, red fruits of the Grenache, cherries from the Cinsault and a touch of Mourvedre to add great harmony.
- Some varietals used in this blend are from qualified Old Vines, which give great depth and concentration and would normally sell for much more than this great value for money wine we could secure - thanks to Angel Funding!
Johan Kruger, Winemaker
Best before
Drink now to 2028
Serving advice
Serve at 14-16°C. Open/Decant 30 minutes before serving. Due to the delicate, perfume flavours, Johan recommends serving his Maxime slightly chilled
Food match
Steak Tartare, beef carpaccio, or freshly sliced Jamón serrano
Contains sulphites
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South Africa
Western Cape
Syrah | Shiraz Blend
Big Red
13.0% ABV
75cl
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Johan Kruger
- When Johan started Kruger Family Wines in 2015, he’d just chucked in a safe Stellenbosch job to follow his dream. Money was tight so he could only rent a place to make his own wines, and was spending a ton of time on the road selling them. A total waste of his time and talent.
- Then we got a tip-off from South African legend Bruwer Raats. He said Johan was just the kind of insanely talented, up and coming winemaker Naked was born to champion. We signed him up, gave Angels access to his wines, and boom! It was love at first sight (on both sides).
- Angel support is helping Johan to plant new vineyards, expand his winery and kit it out with even bigger and better barrels, raising his whole operation. He’s been humbled, and truly gobsmacked, by all the love and support Angels have shown.
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Customer comments
Good with steak
Nose: Slightly woody, spicy earthy and creosoty
Tasting notes: Surprisingly rich tasting, with deep fruit tones, strong tea and prunes. Dry finish. (my value £9-10)
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(latest reply 1 month ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Thank you very much for giving the Maxime Reserve a try Stephen!
Be sure to keep an eye out for the new vintage!
Cheers,
Johan
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1 month ago
Not to my taste, super light for me
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(latest reply 2 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy our Maxime Reserve 2021 Warren.. We do hope you have a look at some of our bold reds.
Cheers,
Johan
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2 months ago
Nice wine, more depth than I expected, initially slightly sharp, soon aired and opened up to give a nice smooth taste with a suttle after taste of fruit. Woh 1 hour in and what a differet wine full of flavour and so mellow, even changed my rating to love it. On my scale its a steady 9.2 out of 10. Thank you will try more from this family
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(latest reply 3 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
We are very very happy to read this second review Rodger!
Indeed a wonderful wine! We truly have delicious wines - can't wait for you to try some more!
Cheers,
Johan
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3 months ago
Nice wine, more depth than I expected, initially slightly sharp, soon aired and opened up to give a nice smooth taste with a suttle after taste of fruit.
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(latest reply 3 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Wonderful Rodger!
We are very glad to know you are enjoying our Maxime Reserve!
Cheers,
Johan
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3 months ago
Initial hit of ripe fruit, with oak on the finish. Real depth to the flavour profile, with zero harshness. Very easy to drink on its own and with a meal.
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(latest reply 4 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Thank you for giving our Maxime Reserve a try Andrew!
Definitely easy drinking - Be sure to have a look at some of our other reds as well.
Cheers,
Johan
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4 months ago
light smooth fruity wine with subtle oaky notes
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(latest reply 5 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Perfectly described Tom!
Thank you very much for giving it a try!
Cheers,
Johan
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5 months ago
Very good South African wine. Always happy with Kruger.
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(latest reply 5 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
This review makes us happy!
Thank you very much for your love and support Christian!
Cheers,
Johan
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5 months ago
This wine is light and okay, didnt blow our minds but was a pleasant light red wine
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(latest reply 5 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Thank you for giving it a try Rosie - indeed a light red.
If you are looking for a bold red, be sure to have a look at our Pinotage or Elements.
Cheers,
Johan
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5 months ago
Mellow, easy drinking dry, dark berry fruits.
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(latest reply 6 months ago)
Johan Kruger
Winemaker
Beautifully described - thank you for the love and support Stuart.
Cheers,
Johan
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6 months ago
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