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Boekenhoutskloof

The Chocolate Block Cinsault Blend

9.040 ratings
8.92 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

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BoekenhoutskloofFranschhoek Valley, Coastal RegionSyrah
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Bassel Sommelier
9.0

Lovely bouquet of scents, very soft tannins, needs a bit of time to open up, a great ambassador of South African wines

Lovely bouquet of scents, very soft tannins, needs a bit of time to open up, a great ambassador of South African wines

1 person found it helpfulJun 30th, 2018
Peter Coulthard
9.7

SA/SH. Absolutely delightful. Big but not too overpowering. Great mouthfeel and drink ability. Lots of flavour to it. So nice.

SA/SH. Absolutely delightful. Big but not too overpowering. Great mouthfeel and drink ability. Lots of flavour to it. So nice.

Jan 8th, 2023
Peter Coulthard
9.3

Really enjoyable SA red.

Really enjoyable SA red.

Jan 10th, 2021
Cliff Becker
9.0

delicious blend of South African grapes... perfectly smooth, perfectly balanced, full of rich flavours and aromas...

delicious blend of South African grapes... perfectly smooth, perfectly balanced, full of rich flavours and aromas...

Jan 6th, 2021
Joe F
8.8

Sweet black cherry, tar. Slightly acidic (balanced) finish, good development

Sweet black cherry, tar. Slightly acidic (balanced) finish, good development

Jan 14th, 2020
Moshe Barazani
9.0

Good nose with coffee dark chocolate lillies . On the pallet soft low tannins blackberries very balanced and med finish. Had during dinner with roast chicken and meet pastry.

Good nose with coffee dark chocolate lillies . On the pallet soft low tannins blackberries very balanced and med finish. Had during dinner with roast chicken and meet pastry.

Oct 19th, 2019
Rhonely Boy
9.2

79% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cinsault, 1% Viognier

Woody tannin, cocoa, sandy soil, cherry

79% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cinsault, 1% Viognier

Woody tannin, cocoa, sandy soil, cherry

Jul 5th, 2019
JFP
9.0

Excellent once decanted and allowed to open. Tasted on Ruby Princess. Definitely a buy

Excellent once decanted and allowed to open. Tasted on Ruby Princess. Definitely a buy

Feb 25th, 2019
Guangming Xia
9.5

Fruit forward and semi dry. Very drinkable.

Fruit forward and semi dry. Very drinkable.

Feb 8th, 2019
Deborah Fontaine
9.0

Had with Jessica and Mom at Thanksgiving 2018. Great for price.

Had with Jessica and Mom at Thanksgiving 2018. Great for price.

Nov 23rd, 2018