Spice Route
Chakalaka Red Blend
Swartland, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
2011 vintage with 46% shiraz and the rest made up of mourvedre, grenache, carignan, tannat and durif. Smoky, meaty nose on this one with some slight under ripe plum on the nose. Maybe more, my sinuses are acting up. You drink this and it tastes almost like nothing you smelled. Tart boysenberry, blueberry and plum notes lead the way, backed by good acidity and a light mouthfeel. The finish isn't very long, which is a detriment to me, but for a $20 bottle I'm pleased with what I taste. I love South Africa and it's wines, and this is another bottle in proof of that.
2011 vintage with 46% shiraz and the rest made up of mourvedre, grenache, carignan, tannat and durif. Smoky, meaty nose on this one with some slight under ripe plum on the nose. Maybe more, my sinuses are acting up. You drink this and it tastes almost like nothing you smelled. Tart boysenberry, blueberry and plum notes lead the way, backed by good acidity and a light mouthfeel. The finish isn't very long, which is a detriment to me, but for a $20 bottle I'm pleased with what I taste. I love South Africa and it's wines, and this is another bottle in proof of that.
1 person found it helpfulMar 20th, 2015
Aromas of oak and cherry. Taste is somewhat acidic but has a nice finish.
Aromas of oak and cherry. Taste is somewhat acidic but has a nice finish.
May 10th, 2015
Cherry, raspberry and strawberry with vanilla and pepper notes. Very smooth with s lingering spicy finish.
Cherry, raspberry and strawberry with vanilla and pepper notes. Very smooth with s lingering spicy finish.
May 10th, 2015
A dark, full bodied beast of a blend - with a name that will leave your friends in awe of your worldly sophistication. Heavy on the spice, but smoother than a straight-up Shiraz - dead cow required.
A dark, full bodied beast of a blend - with a name that will leave your friends in awe of your worldly sophistication. Heavy on the spice, but smoother than a straight-up Shiraz - dead cow required.
Dec 21st, 2014
Rhone Blend. Wish they were lighter on the oak
Rhone Blend. Wish they were lighter on the oak
Aug 9th, 2014
Great bargain S African blend. Full bodied with hints of tobacco, leather and earth.
Great bargain S African blend. Full bodied with hints of tobacco, leather and earth.
Jul 1st, 2014Spicy, Cab like. Medium-full bodied. Light tannins. Dark cherry and complex.
Spicy, Cab like. Medium-full bodied. Light tannins. Dark cherry and complex.
Jan 19th, 2014
Herb and black currant on the nose. Taste brings in plums with some spiciness. Medium tannins, interesting blend.
Herb and black currant on the nose. Taste brings in plums with some spiciness. Medium tannins, interesting blend.
Nov 27th, 2013