Boekenhoutskloof, Helderberg Winery Reserve Red, Stellenbosch, South Africa 2021

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Tasted by: Amy Wislocki
(at WeWork, London SE1, 11 Oct 2023)
Drinking Window: 2023 - 2027
Boekenhoutskloof's winemaker Marc Kent is famous for his Syrah wines – his Syrah, The Chocolate Block, has been a Majestic staple for years – but this red blend show's he's no one-trick pony. Cabernet Sauvignon with just a dash of Cinsault and Syrah, this has been aged in French oak (30% new) for 14-16 months. Lush, with ripe blackcurrant fruit, spice and some creamy oak influence, there's an appealing freshness to the wine, which makes you want to reach for a second glass. Mix-six price: £16.99
Boekenhoutskloof, Helderberg Winery Reserve Red, Stellenbosch, South Africa 2021
Producer
Boekenhoutskloof
Brand
Helderberg Winery Reserve Red
Vintage
2021
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
South Africa
Region
Stellenbosch
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
14.50%
Body
Full
Grapes
5% Syrah / Shiraz