Three Wines. One Fire. Zero Regrets.

Whether you’re slowly rotating an entire lamb over glowing coals like a Mediterranean deity, or you’re just “supervising” with a drink in hand and strong opinions, this is the wine selection for you. Presenting: The Lamb Spit Edition — a trio designed to handle sizzling fat, crispy skin, garlicky marinades, and the general unapologetic glory of meat cooked on a stick.

From bubbles that keep things festive, to Pinot Noir that flatters your flame-kissed lamb like poetry, to a Syrah that could bench-press a shoulder chop — this box is a firepit’s best friend.

1. L’Ormarins Brut Classique Rosé NV

Franschhoek, South Africa

Varietals

60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay

 Nose

Rose petals, wild strawberries, and that first bite of watermelon on a summer’s day.

Palate

Crisp, dry, and pretty-in-pink without being precious. Fine bubbles dance through notes of red apple, cranberry and citrus zest. Refreshing enough to drink before, during and after fire-lighting duty.

Ageing Potential

2–3 years, but guaranteed to disappear long before the lamb is off the spit

Food Pairing

Skewered halloumi, tzatziki, and the pre-lunch cheese board that “accidentally” became lunch.

2. Cape of Good Hope ‘Sneeuwkrans’ Pinot Noir 2020

Elandskloof, South Africa

Varietal

100% Pinot Noir

 Nose

Red cherries, forest floor, and a faint echo of truffle — like your wine just got back from a barefoot mountain retreat

Palate

Elegant and light on its feet, with bright red fruit, silky tannins and a cool-climate freshness that loves charred lamb. This is the thinking person’s braai wine — contemplative, but still totally down to party

Ageing Potential

5–7 years if you can resist. We believe in you. Sort of

Food Pairing

Herby lamb skewers, roast aubergine salad, or flatbreads slathered in hummus and hope.

3. Jordan ‘The Long Fuse’ Syrah 2022

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Varietal

100% Syrah

 Nose

Blackberries, smoked paprika, cracked pepper and just a whisper of oak-fired drama.

 Palate

Dark, juicy, and spicy with a long, sultry finish that lingers like the smell of rosemary on coals. There’s tension and power here — this is not a wine that gets lost in the smoke. It rises through it.

 Ageing Potential

6–8 years, though it’s already flexing its muscles.

 Food Pairing

Shoulder of lamb, rosemary potatoes, and fire-charred onions with the audacity to steal the show.

Why You’ll Love It

Mixed Case #25 – The Lamb Spit Edition is your open-fire enabler. It’s bubbles for the prep, Pinot for the patience, and Syrah for the main event. Whether you’re the one turning the spit or the one pretending to help while sipping MCC, this trio will turn your gathering into a feast worth remembering (and repeating). Warning: May result in full bellies, heroic napping, and someone shouting “This is the best lamb I’ve ever had!” before the third glass.