The Chocolate Block 2021 Magnum
The Chocolate Block 2021 Magnum
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BOEKENHOUTSKLOOF THE CHOCOLATE BLOCK 2021 EXCEPTIONAL, LIMITED & POPULAR Winemaker Marc Kent, a renowned Syrah specialist, produces one of South Africa’s finest wines with his red wine “The Chocolate Block”. This French-style cuvée was originally inspired by the northern Rhône. However, the wine also offers the typical local fruitiness and richness.
However, only a limited number of bottles of this outstanding wine are available. Boekenhoutskloof sources its wine from limited vineyards across several wine estates, which are farmed with significantly reduced yields.
The origins of The Chocolate Block The winery sources its Syrah from hot, dry Malmesbury in the Swartland, north of Cape Town. This is one of the oldest grape varieties of its kind in South Africa.
The Cinsaut, meanwhile, comes from old bush vines in Wellington. The winery harvests the Cabernet Sauvignon & Viognier itself in Franschhoek, using very gentle methods.Each grape variety contributes to the unique appeal of The Chocolate Block.
The blend is fine-tuned with each vintage to best reflect the climate and the old, characterful vines, which contribute significantly to the wine’s charm and personality.
The Chocolate Block tasting profile The 2020 vintage followed a very dry growing season, resulting in a record low yield and smaller, more concentrated berries. These conditions were promising for producing wines of great complexity. Moderate temperatures prevailed in the Swartland in December 2020 and January 2020. The harvest window for The Chocolate Block lasted just two weeks. Early reports suggest that 2021 is another good vintage for Syrah, with pronounced black-fruit aromas and a classic hint of black olives.
The dominant Syrah (71%) shows a beautiful inky colour in the glass. The Grenache vineyards are well established, and this variety is undoubtedly the bright, fragrant star of the blend, evoking the old-world charm of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
The old Cinsaut grape variety remains an unheralded gem, effortlessly holding the wine together and lending it refined elegance.
Cabernet Sauvignon is essential, despite making up just eight percent of the blend, adding structure and grip.
Aged: The Chocolate Block The Syrah and Cinsaut grapes were aged in a combination of 2,500-litre casks made from French oak and barriques. The Grenache was aged in 600-litre casks. Cabernet Sauvignon is the only component of the blend aged in new French oak barriques. The ageing period ranged from 13 to 16 months, depending on the component and vineyard parcel. 2,414 barriques were selected for the 2019 vintage.
The Chocolate Block in the glass “The Chocolate Block” displays a deep ruby-red colour with violet highlights, and a flavour with an almost black, garnet-like core. The wine shows aromas of red berries, dark fruit compote and violets. On the palate, it tastes of red and black berries. The finish is long, delicious and reminiscent of dark chocolate with nuts.
A must for every wine lover!
