Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Man I love a Cab-Syrah blend... The nose is richly stewy and spicy like a black molé that’s been simmering for days. On the palate, subtle herbaceous and sour cranberry tones from the Cabernet dance atop bloody, leathery notes from the Syrah, almost as if the two grapes are aging at different rates in the bottle. I don’t mean to say that the wine is disjointed, as it is not only complex but also fairly harmonious for such a big bruiser. Probably a few years past its peak, but still a ton of fun - a really well made wine.
Man I love a Cab-Syrah blend... The nose is richly stewy and spicy like a black molé that’s been simmering for days. On the palate, subtle herbaceous and sour cranberry tones from the Cabernet dance atop bloody, leathery notes from the Syrah, almost as if the two grapes are aging at different rates in the bottle. I don’t mean to say that the wine is disjointed, as it is not only complex but also fairly harmonious for such a big bruiser. Probably a few years past its peak, but still a ton of fun - a really well made wine.
May 18th, 2020
Had this on Swiss Air over the Atlantic.
Had this on Swiss Air over the Atlantic.
Aug 28th, 2015
Shiraz spices on the palate and cabernet blue berries on the nose. Tannins are finishing a little harsh
Shiraz spices on the palate and cabernet blue berries on the nose. Tannins are finishing a little harsh
Sep 30th, 2020
Complicated and needs time. Lots of flavor to come.
Complicated and needs time. Lots of flavor to come.
Mar 1st, 2019
Lovely up front fruit (berries). Medium bodied. Hints of pepper. Short on the follow through.
Lovely up front fruit (berries). Medium bodied. Hints of pepper. Short on the follow through.
Apr 28th, 2017
