The Chocolate Block Magnum (150cl)
The legendary Chocolate Block style is a reflection of the belief that the Cape, with its Mediterranean climate, is eminently suited to blended reds. The make-up of the 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. The Chocolate Block 2021 marks the 20th vintage of this iconic wine, which is a blend of Syrah 74%; Grenache 10%; Cinsault 8%; Cabernet Sauvignon 7% and Viognier 1%. 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.
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The Producer Boekenhoutskloof | Franschhoek
First established in 1776, Boekenhoutskloof is to be found in the furthest corner of the beautiful Franschhoek valley. The farm’s name means “ravine of the Boekenhout” (pronounced Book-n-Howed) and Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree greatly prized for furniture making.
In 1993...
Other wines from this producer
The Wolftrap Red 2020
The Chocolate Block 2021
The Wolftrap White 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2019
Patina Chenin Blanc 2019
Patina Syrah 2019
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2018
The Region South Africa | Coastal Region
The Coastal wine region is considered to be the historic birthplace of South Africa's wine industry and is arguably the country's most prolific wine producing region of high-quality, award-winning wines. The region contains nearly half of South Africa's land under vine...
Other wines from this region
Mullineux Old Vines White 2021
The Chocolate Block 2021
The Wolftrap White 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2018
Thorne & Daughters Snakes & Ladders Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Thorne & Daughters Rocking Horse Cape White Blend 2021
Boekenhoutskloof Semillon 2019
Spioenkop Wines '1900' Pinotage 2019
Patina Chenin Blanc 2019
The Primary Grape Wine By Grape Variety | Syrah / Shiraz
The name Syrah is derived from Shiraz (the grape name adopted by Australia) and is a black grape variety that makes dark, spicy red wines in many countries. The wines from this grape...