Black Pearl Oro, Paarl, South Africa

黑珍珠酒莊奧羅干紅葡萄酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：7277

A blend of 60% Shiraz, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, Black Pearl’s 2006 Oro retails for a dollar less, and tastes even better than last year’s rendition. Remarkably deep in color, it smells of blackberry preserves, creme de cassis, mint chocolate, and vanilla; coats the palate with glycerin-rich, sweet but not at all cloying – indeed, downright lively – fruit; and finishes with hints of black pepper, brown spices, and tart berry skin that offer an ideal counterpoint to the wine’s sheer richness.When one considers that these vines are barely a decade old, the quality in this bottle certainly testifies to the dedication of the American ex-pat Nash family and to its site, which shares the soil and climate with an area famed for its vast and largely unique plant life.Imported by Southern Starz, Huntington Beach, CA; tel. (866) 577 8279.

Rather toasty, with fig and bacon notes leading the way for slightly jammy plum and black cherry fruit. The soft, broad finish lets a minty note chime in. Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now. 1,500 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Paarl Select to Add

Aromas of tobacco, anise, spice and cinnamon are followed by big flavors of cranberry, spice and ash in this distinctive red. Though slightly rustic, it has character and indigenous appeal. A lingering finish is another plus.——S.K.(11/1/2009)—— 87