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Product Notes
Boekenhoutskloof's The Chocolate Block wine exudes elegance and grandeur, synonymous with South African viniculture. A distinct blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier, its complex bouquet unfolds with notes of ripe red fruits, dark chocolate, and hints of pepper and spices. This full-bodied wine has an exquisite palate, expressing dense black fruit flavours, nuanced smoky undertones and finely balanced tannins, leading to a pleasingly persistent finish. The Chocolate Block artfully combines old-world sophistication with the vibrant character of the Cape's terroir. An impeccable wine deserved of leisurely sipping and fine dining companionship.
Tasting Notes
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.