South Africa
Sebeka
Sauvignon Blanc 2006
$6.99
Sebeka
Shiraz 2006
$6.99
Sebeka
Chardonnay 2006
$6.99
The Sebeka wines are some of the new international wines being produced in partnership with E&J Gallo, although they seem to be keeping the arrangement secret. The wines were launched in February 2007 with a great marketing campaign. Look for the $2 off at the register coupons, which would bring the price down to $4.99. The price also floats up to $9.99 on occasion.
Great marketing or not, the partners in the Sebeka deal have delivered on the wine — at least on three in the line. The sauvignon blanc has a clean, fresh citrus aroma. It has a crisp, balanced taste with long flavors of grapefruit and lemon with a soft green apple finish.
The shiraz also is very good. It has a very clean aroma, slightly tannic, but balanced with long cardamom, cinnamon, dark chocolate and cherry flavors. The Chardonnay is crisp, very oakie with a nice balance of sweet and tart flavors. It’s not as dry as the sauvignon blanc.