Boekenhoutskloof - South African Red Wine

The quest to understand the name of this wine and the wine itself is now the stuff of legend. While we are not about to reveal all, we can say that the style of the wine is a reflection of our belief that the Cape, with its Mediterranean climate, is eminently suited to blended reds.

Vintage & Vine Selection

The make-up of this wine is tweaked from vintage to vintage to best reflect the season and the ancient vines of great character that are an integral part of the wine’s charm and personality.

Tasting Notes

The nose is rich and complex with aromas of youngberry, mulberry, damson and wild strawberry and gentle whiffs of smoke and sweet spice. The palate is very refined and polished, with the ripe red fruits of the nose following through with a delicate garrigue character and a smooth texture. Notes of lavender and thyme, precision and finesse on the mid-palate and very fine-grained, powdery tannins make for a very classic Cabernet. The wine is medium-bodied, structured, focused and balanced, with attractive, refreshing acidity. Black fruit, aniseed, cloves, pipe tobacco and cardamon, linger on the finish with hints of graphite.

Awards

• Platter Wine Guide 2022: 5 Stars
• Tim Atkin Report 2022: 95 Points - 2020 vintage
• James Suckling 2021: 93 Points - 2018 Vintage
• Wine Enthusiast 2021: 93 Points
• Neal Martin in Vinous 2021: 92+ Points

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