Focused, with cocoa, grilled herb, red plum and currant notes backed by a beefy hint. Nice juicy structure on the finish. Drink now through 2007. 2,000 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

Firm tannins and good acidity suggest you can enjoy this wine over the next 10 years, but with beefy flavors of cassis, blackberry and tobacco you may not want to wait. Meaty on the nose, with ample oak spice and a touch of pepper adding to powerful fruit aromas, and a long, spicy finish. ——M.D.(12/31/2006)—— 91