Boekenhoutskloof

The Chocolate Block Cinsault Blend

9.144 ratings

9.42 pro ratings

Franschhoek Valley, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa

Syrah, Grenache, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Turkey, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Nuts & Seeds, Hard Cheese, Soft Cheese, Shellfish, Quinoa, Fish, Herbs, Asian Cuisine, Veal, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Duck, Salads & Greens

Top Notes For

7.0

Not that great for the price tag

Not that great for the price tag

1 person found it helpfulMay 13th, 2016

Justin Debrosky

9.7

Silly rich fruit, huge Rhone blend with a little cab and Viognier, doesn't need food it's a meal in itself

Silly rich fruit, huge Rhone blend with a little cab and Viognier, doesn't need food it's a meal in itself

1 person found it helpfulMar 24th, 2013

9.1

This is the Latrice Royale of wines. Chunky yet funky, this is biiiiiiig and bold.

This is the Latrice Royale of wines. Chunky yet funky, this is biiiiiiig and bold.

Feb 28th, 2015

Megan Poulton-Stowe

9.7

One of my favourites- so smooth

One of my favourites- so smooth

Feb 11th, 2018

9.0

New world in style, very linear palate, good balance.

New world in style, very linear palate, good balance.

Jun 26th, 2016

9.5

Enjoyed the 2010 for Christmas Eve dinner. Still as good as we remembered

Enjoyed the 2010 for Christmas Eve dinner. Still as good as we remembered

Dec 25th, 2014

10

Chocolate Block 2010, Boekenhoutskloof, Franschoek.
Syrah 72 / cab sav 13 / Grenache 7 / cinsault 6 / Viognier 2

Chocolate Block 2010, Boekenhoutskloof, Franschoek.
Syrah 72 / cab sav 13 / Grenache 7 / cinsault 6 / Viognier 2

Oct 1st, 2014

9.6

SHCC

SHCC

Oct 24th, 2013

9.8

It's a Chocolate Block kind of night.

It's a Chocolate Block kind of night.

Sep 1st, 2013

7.9

Not overly smooth

Not overly smooth

Aug 24th, 2013