Chocolate Block, Swartland, South Africa

This is an iconic South African wine! Mainly Syrah, but the Grenache Noir enhances the flavour profile considerably w vibrant fruit. Exceptionally perfumed on the nose w red, dark berries, violets & intense white pepper. On the palate more spice w cardamom & cloves, integrated acidity, cocoa powder tannins & cedar wood notes. 16 months in oak
Syrah 74%, Grenache 10%, Cabernet Sauvignon 7%, Cinsault 8%, Viognier 1% / 14.5% / South Africa