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Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block 2018 (South Africa: Western Cape) (ID# 3469)

Name Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block 2018 (ID# 3469)
Varietal Red Blend
Region South Africa: Western Cape
Notes "It offers generous black plum and black currant aromas, pressed rose petals and a touch of menthol. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, and much more structured than the vintages of old (as I have pointed out in previous reviews), displaying fennel, bay leaf and white pepper toward the finish. This feels long in the mouth. A classy Chocolate Block that treads a fine line between commercial and intellectual appeal." (Vinous)

Additional Notes

"A perfumy red, with violet and lavender hints draped over boysenberry and currant fruit. Mineral and spice notes emerge midpalate. Pretty elegant and fresh on the finish. Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier." (Wine Spectator)

Price

$29.99

Scores Press* Points Other Gold Star
VIN: 92 pts
WS: 89 pts  
 
Other ABV% Body Oak Bio/Natural/Org/Sus
14.5 Full Medium

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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine