There is a revolution under way in the national cellar. Never have big-volume brands tasted this good. Fresh pear drops with racy acidity and a tang in a wine that's cheaper than mineral water. Tel 021 809 7000.

Reader's Recommendation :

Michael Tomkins in Benoni selected Diemersfontein Summer's Lease 2008, R70

Shiraz blends make a lot more sense than cabernet-based ones if your vineyards are planted in Wellington where, in summer, all the weatherman says is "Scorchio!" Tobacco and spice, plums and damsons. A new lease of life to be had with this summer's lease.

• Michael will receive a mixed case of Breedekloof wines for his recommendation. Readers are invited to send their picks to wine@sundaytimes.co.za.