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The Chocolate Block 2013

0/10016.4 / 20 (LCV)
The Chocolate Block 2013

Facts

Wine
The Chocolate Block
Wine type
Red wine
Country
South Africa
Region
Western Cape
Vintage
2013
Drinking window
2016 – 2025
Tasted on
2016-03-21

Aromas

Wine family

Malolactic fermentationRed wine fruitsRoasted

Aroma group

SpicesDried herbs

Aromas

TabaccoCherryBlackberryRaspberryCocoaBlack pepper

Tasting note

The 2013 Chocolate Block is a blend of Syrah (71%); Cabernet Sauvignon (12%); Grenache Noir

(11%); Cinsault (5%) and Viognier (1%). This is a delight of a wine. Subtle blackness with a red charming lumency. Dark cocoa nose with sour cherries and minimal herbal elements. Powerful dark red. Creme de cocao chew with raspberries elegant well integrated tannins and a delight fresh deep solid acidity. A dash of black pepper and subtle presence of tabacco. Violet and floral notes. This wine has  subtle elegant structure with big personality. Well build wine that needs additional time to shows its full potential. Medium length finish. This will get better with time but already great right now.