The Chocolate Block by Boekenhoutskloof 2019
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The nose is dark, intense, and brooding with aromas of black cherries, cardamom, sweet tobacco, espresso, and subtle whiffs of perfume. The nose's dark fruit character follows through onto an exceptionally complex, juicy palate with gentle nuances of ripe plums, violets, black olives, cloves, and licorice. The mid-palate is focused, supple, and elegant with excellent, cocoa powdery tannins. The wine is medium bodied, balanced with an earthy, layered character, covering the entire spectrum of berry fruit from tart red plums to rich blue and blackberries. The finish is svelte, clean, and dry, peppery, and lingering, with hints of dried cranberry, tar, graphite, and smoke.