2011 Delaire Graff Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Estate: Delaire Graff Estate

Region: Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa

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Tasting Note:December 1, 2017

Last of the reds in our South African blind tasting. First reserve wine we have tried from Delaire Graff, interested in trying some more of their wines. Deep ruby core with garnet edges. Herbal notes on the nose with some cherries. Solid acidity and medium tannins (6/10). Medium bodied with some nice complexity on the palate. Notes of cherries, blackberries, cassis, spices, mint, herbal and earthiness. Dry with a medium plus to long finish.

Made up of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec. Aged for 18 months in 60% new French oak.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2020.

Rating:

89 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Purchased from Norman Goodfellow's in Gauteng for $27.00. Average price in the United States is $38.00

Delaire Graff Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve, Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa, Red WineGreg Ballington2011, Delaire Graff Estate, Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, South Africa, Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, December 2017, $$, 89 Points, Morné VreyComment