The Chocolate Block 2007 (Africa)

To be fair, I must admit that I did not so much find this wine as it was recommended by Branson's resident wine guru, Stewart. We asked for a big, fruity red and he happened to have a bottle open for tasting. It was wonderful!

Just by the name, you know this wine has to be good. The Chocolate Block is a captivating combination of Syrah 55%, Grenache Noir 20%, Cab 16%, Cinsault 5% and Viognier 4% Resulting in a remarkably perfect marriage of varietals.

Hints of dark chocolate and ripe fruit dominate the aromatic profile of this wine. Rich and ripe, the wine has a generous mouth feel. Dark red, blackberry, licorice, leather and wild herbs on the nose. A sweet, savory fruit bomb in the mouth, with sexy flavors of currant, plum, dried herbs and mint. Smooth and easy to drink.