Boekenhoutskloof6x The Chocolate Block 2022

About

The quest to understand the name of this wine and the wine itself is now the stuff of legend. While we are not about to reveal all, we can say that the style of the wine is a reflection of our belief that the Cape, with its Mediterranean climate, is eminently suited to blended reds. The make-up of this wine is tweaked from vintage to vintage to best reflect the season and the ancient vines of great character that are an integral part of the wine’s charm and personality.

Product Features

• Award: 93 Points Tim Atkin, 4.5 Star Platter 2023, 5 Star Platter 2024.
• Previous vintage awards: 4.5 Star Platter, 92 Points Tim Atkin, 93 Points Decanter, 91 Points James Suckling.
• A red blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier.
• Syrah and Cinsault were matured in a combination of seasoned 2500L French oak foudres and barriques. 
• Grenache was matured in seasoned 600L demi-muids. 
• Cabernet Sauvignon was the only component exposed to new French oak barriques. 
• The elevage ranged between 11 & 14 months, depending on component and vineyard parcel.
• Intense blackberry, bramble, and lavender aromas with gentle nuances of potting soil and cured meat dominate a dark and brooding nose. 
• The abundance of perfume and the earthy character of the nose follows through generously onto a powerful palate, with a lush compote of blueberries, ripe plums, black currants & cherries. 
• Cacao-powdery tannins are abundant, adding texture and complexity to an almost savoury mid-palate, seamlessly complementing the vivid dark fruits, alcohol and acidity. 
• This is a robust, structured wine, yet it is delicate, poised and elegant at the same time. 
• Black fruits, cumin spice, white pepper, liquorice and hints of garrigue persist on a velvety finish.
• Pairs beautifully with rare steak and creamy mushroom sauce.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol by Volume: 14.58%
• Varietals: Syrah 74%, Grenache 10%, Cinsault 8%, Cabernet Sauvignon 7%, Viognier 1%
• Region: Swartland

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