Softening now as it matures, with dried currant, cocoa powder, date and fig notes woven with a whiff of incense. The coffee-tinged finish still has solid flesh. Drink now. 300 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Darling Select to Add

Throughout the nose and palate, a suggestion of gamy meat is accompanied by tart red plum, toasty caramel, and cherry. The finish is marred by bitter green herbs. ——K.F.(4/1/2003)—— 83