Boekenhoutskloof,TheChocolateBlock,2023

Fleshy, perfumed and smooth organic Red Blend from To Producer in Swartland

“A skilfully blended and packaged wine that manages to shift large volumes at an extremely profitable price, The Chocolate Block is a clever assemblage of mostly Syrah from the Goldmine and Porseleinberg vineyards with 9% Grenache, 8% Cinsault, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Viognier. Fleshy, perfumed and smooth, it has sweet goji berry and summer pudding fruit, velvety tannins, scented cinnamon oak and a fresh, lifted finish.“-Tim Atkin

• Blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Viognier
• Aged in French oak for 12 months
• Tim Atkin 93/100 Pts

Cellaring: Drink now to 2030Food Pairing:It goes well with grilled meats like steak and lamb, spicy dishes such as Moroccan tagines, and stews and casseroles. |?️ Serve around 10-18°C

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

Boekenhoutskloof is a renowned South African winery located in Franschhoek, celebrated for its full bodied blends (The Chocolate Block) and its elegant Syrahs. Established in 1776 and revitalized in the 1990s, it consistently ranks among South Africa’s top producers.

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