Description

The Chocolate Block 2018 is a blend of Syrah (69%), Grenache Noir (13%), Cinsault (9%) Cabernet Sauvignon (8%) and Viognier (1%). This vintage is unique in the sense that all the grapes for the blend are now grown in the Swartland, hence its wine of origin certification. 

The nose is dense and brooding, yet opulent, with its compote of dark, ripe plums and blackberry and attractive whiffs of liquorice, violets, cocoa and mint. The black fruit and perfume of the nose follow through onto a rich, savoury palate with flavours of dark cherry, red currant, black olives and cured meat. Fine-grained, svelte tannins are in perfect balance with the lemony acidity, lending complexity to the mid-palate. The wine is full-bodied with a rich, smooth mouthfeel. The finish is charry and long, with hints of maraschino cherry, pimento olives and sweet tobacco.