Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block Cinsault Blend 2019

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The 2019 Chocolate Block underwent whole-berry ferment in concrete and stainless steel. It has a lifted bouquet of mint-tinged blackberry and raspberry fruit plus light licorice notes. The palate is grippy on the entry. A spicy and peppery Chocolate Block with just a little reduction toward the finish, which feels a little drier than usual (though a second bottle showed more flesh). (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2021)

The 2019 Chocolate Block underwent whole-berry ferment in concrete and stainless steel. It has a lifted bouquet of mint-tinged blackberry and raspberry fruit plus light licorice notes. The palate is grippy on the entry. A spicy and peppery Chocolate Block with just a little reduction toward the finish, which feels a little drier than usual (though a second bottle showed more flesh). (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2021)

8.8

Thomas Barnes

Yummy

Yummy

9.6

Carlos Toro

Importado por Fine Selections. This wine is right up my alley. Love it.

Importado por Fine Selections. This wine is right up my alley. Love it.

9.0

Laura Adams

Spicy with a hint of chocolate flavor. Great blend.

Spicy with a hint of chocolate flavor. Great blend.

9.1

Paul Barnaby

Okay it is better after being open for awhile

Okay it is better after being open for awhile

8.0

Jakub Kalinowski

Light & fruity with some dark plum, anise & violet, a touch of roast. Fresh. On the palate this is surprisingly light, juicy & lively. The cinsault really comes into play. Fruity, funky, with light tannins & juicy acidity. Fresh, crunchy fruit, a touch of bubblegum character, a herby note towards the finish. So drinkable, and a lovely wine. Though might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Light & fruity with some dark plum, anise & violet, a touch of roast. Fresh. On the palate this is surprisingly light, juicy & lively. The cinsault really comes into play. Fruity, funky, with light tannins & juicy acidity. Fresh, crunchy fruit, a touch of bubblegum character, a herby note towards the finish. So drinkable, and a lovely wine. Though might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

9.0

Sander Schaap

Damn tasty!

Damn tasty!

9.2

Andreas Isler

Golfplatz Kandern mit CSGC EUR: 98.— für Magnumflasche

Golfplatz Kandern mit CSGC EUR: 98.— für Magnumflasche

8.9

David Koenen

Very soft and ripe red fruit (amarena cherry, raspberry). Also thyme and rosemary,. Broth and a whiff of black pepper. The sweet and sour balance is nearly perfect.

Very soft and ripe red fruit (amarena cherry, raspberry). Also thyme and rosemary,. Broth and a whiff of black pepper. The sweet and sour balance is nearly perfect.

9.0

Erik Sjolund

Funny how the chocolate really comes forward in a deep dark blue fruit syrah/cinsault blend. Dark not enough complex.

Funny how the chocolate really comes forward in a deep dark blue fruit syrah/cinsault blend. Dark not enough complex.

8.7

Location

  • 401 N Great Neck Rd 118
    Virginia Beach, VA 23454

  • Hours:
    9-5 Monday - Friday
    10 - 2 Saturday
    Closed Sunday

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