quicksearch
90POINTS
16½/20
The Chocolate Block 2010
Western Cape, South AfricaA complex mix of peppery, savoury, tobacco, gamey, resin and black liquorice aromas flecked with black berry, cassis, leather and menthol aromas. The attack is fresh and juicy, the palate rich but with light tannins and a bit of warmth previewing a mix of smoky, meaty, savoury, black cherry, plum, vanilla and game flavours with a chocolate and mint in the finish. Good syrah expression within a well-balanced, cleaner style. Drink now or over the next three to five years. One of the best South African listings in the province and the best yet from Boekenhoutskloof.Tasted: 07 May 2012Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $45.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
| QC | $42.00 | 750ml | |
| AB | $40.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
| MB | $40.00 | 750ml | |
| NB | $43.00 | 750ml |
