Ernie Els
Cabernet Sauvignon
Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Apparently S Africa does not believe in aging Cab! And, it tastes like it!
Apparently S Africa does not believe in aging Cab! And, it tastes like it!
Dec 20th, 2012Definitely a S. African Cab, there's no getting around that. Strong vegetation on the nose, mostly green pepper with dark earth and dark fruit present as well (even a touch of dark chocolate). The palette is silky and smooth, stewed black and blue fruits are present, as is that green pepper (although not as bold). A bit of flinty, minerality also shines through. It's definitely not going to be for everyone, but you can't fault the wine for that.
Definitely a S. African Cab, there's no getting around that. Strong vegetation on the nose, mostly green pepper with dark earth and dark fruit present as well (even a touch of dark chocolate). The palette is silky and smooth, stewed black and blue fruits are present, as is that green pepper (although not as bold). A bit of flinty, minerality also shines through. It's definitely not going to be for everyone, but you can't fault the wine for that.
Sep 25th, 2015
Good wine, takes a little time to open up and then is very good for the price.
Reminds me of red leather pants on my wife.
Good wine, takes a little time to open up and then is very good for the price.
Reminds me of red leather pants on my wife.
Medium body. Dry. Easy drinking. Ok bottle of wine
Medium body. Dry. Easy drinking. Ok bottle of wine
Nov 1st, 2013
Mike Mighetto had this 12 years ago
Mike Mighetto had this 12 years ago
Nov 21st, 2013