2016 Boschkloof Cape Winemakers Guild Epilogue Syrah

Estate: Boschkloof Wines

Region: Stellenbosch, Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
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Tasting Note:September 28, 2018

Dark ruby core with garnet edges. Savory attack on the nose with ripe olives, blackberries, gravel and a hint of spices. Medium tannins (6.5/10) and medium plus bodied. Layered palate with a mix of savory elements such as olives and herbs, as well as dark blackberries and baking spices. Long and lingering finish.

Thirty-first wine at the Friday Auction Tasting for the Cape Winemakers Guild and the twentieth red wine. This is made up of 100% Shiraz by Jacques Borman with fruit from the Stellenbosch region. Aged for 18 months and 40% whole cluster pressed in 30% new French oak barrels. Only 70 cases produced with 40 being auctioned in 2018.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2027.

Rating:

91+ Points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Tasted at the Cape Winemakers Auction. Average bid at auction was R5,620.00 ($66.11 a bottle) a case. Highest bid was R6,600.00 ($77.63 a bottle) and lowest bid was R5,200.00 ($61.17 a bottle).

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