Delaire Graff Estate

Botmaskop Stellenbosch Red Blend

9.022 ratings
8.83 pro ratings
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Christanna Honer

South African nose, easy and new worldy on the palate

South African nose, easy and new worldy on the palate

Oct 2nd, 2016
Martin Bergo

Interesting (at least initially) blend of Bordeaux grapes Malb, Cab S, Merlot, Pet V, and Cab F; and some Shiraz added to spice it up. Color is dark red, rim is bluish, and viscosity med-high; nose is dominated by Cab green vegetal notes, clear mineral "plasty" notes and hints of liquorice and cafe mocha; rich and powerful on the palate, black currants and spices and herbs, noticeable tannins and a balanced youthful high-acid finish. If I would get this blind, I would guess I had a Cab-dominated wine from a moderate to warm climate of good quality.

Interesting (at least initially) blend of Bordeaux grapes Malb, Cab S, Merlot, Pet V, and Cab F; and some Shiraz added to spice it up. Color is dark red, rim is bluish, and viscosity med-high; nose is dominated by Cab green vegetal notes, clear mineral "plasty" notes and hints of liquorice and cafe mocha; rich and powerful on the palate, black currants and spices and herbs, noticeable tannins and a balanced youthful high-acid finish. If I would get this blind, I would guess I had a Cab-dominated wine from a moderate to warm climate of good quality.

May 4th, 2016
Michael Coppage

The color is amazing! It's almost black it's so red! The nose is piercing and the flavor has so much pepper and spice. I didn't like it at first but it really grew on me.

The color is amazing! It's almost black it's so red! The nose is piercing and the flavor has so much pepper and spice. I didn't like it at first but it really grew on me.

Dec 22nd, 2017
Namanjaba Mabwa

Feels and tastes a bit like a cab but this Shiraz is easy and enjoyable drinking. Very approachable wine. Having a wonderful 2nd year anniversary with my boo.

Feels and tastes a bit like a cab but this Shiraz is easy and enjoyable drinking. Very approachable wine. Having a wonderful 2nd year anniversary with my boo.

Aug 9th, 2017
Konstantinos Ziogas

Needs more time in the barrel

Needs more time in the barrel

Dec 28th, 2016
nurbS

Rotund 🍒💪🤓 ! Finishes smooooth sans astringent tannins.

Rotund 🍒💪🤓 ! Finishes smooooth sans astringent tannins.

Oct 20th, 2016
Rob Brobst III

Rob had this 6 years ago

Rob had this 6 years ago

Sep 30th, 2018
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Nov 17th, 2024
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Nov 7th, 2023
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Nov 30th, 2022