About the Wine: The South African Terroir adds some interesting characteristics to the wines made there. In particular, the Cabernets are known for having a strong taste of green pepper. Notes of green pepper are common in wines where the grapes are not removed from their stems before maceration, but nothing nearly as potent as what comes from South Africa.
About THIS Wine: The center is violet and fades to a garnet rim. Olive and red licorice combine for an unique nose. The licorice delivers on the palate along with sharp green pepper. The pepper lingers in the finish.
Drinking This Wine: This would go perfectly with ground meat, especially a hamburger. It is a bit intense for a sipper.
Overall Impression: I like the price more than I like the wine, but it is a pretty great price and the wine is okay. It is good for the price.
I found this wine to be delightful. At first taste I picked up a smokey note. After a sip or two, that Cab tang comes through, has a slightly sweet finish. Well worth the price.
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