First found this wine probably 11 years ago at the Annual Cape Mentelle Cabernet tasting where Cape Mentelle pits their wine against leading Cabernets from around the world including Bordeaux, Napa, NZ, and other Australians. On this occasion the 2008 vintage. This Houghtons stood out on the day. Dense in colour Barb said pitch black. Dusty cassis notes - oak is there but it doesn’t dominate - balanced and delicious. — 2 years ago
mit Mary in Oudtshoorn Surval Olive Estate SA — 5 months ago
Bold & deep. A blackberry & leather & smoke. — 6 months ago
2022 - had in Indy with Mahi Mahi - really good - light and crisp — 9 months ago
Creamy lemon and a subtle salinity and just a hint of yeastiness. Bright, lifted texture and presence and while it doesn't have the depth of Champagne proper, it is definitely delicious and well made. — 3 years ago
A Bordeaux blend, with Cabernet Franc as its foundation It is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Merlot.
Almost opaque with ruby edge in glass and mouth filling. Both rich and elegant with mulberry cigar and graphite hints. Well structured tannins and a delight.
Decanted and wine evolved over next hour or so.
Good stuff 👍
— 6 months ago
TSWC. Very enjoyable drinking which also didn’t mind being slightly warm — 9 months ago
Jake Hajer
The greenness of the Verd was good with guacamole. — 18 days ago