This wine has a very sharp spicy flavour, with some pepper and blackcurrant tastes. Not very strong on the nose, and some lingering alcohol after-taste. Becomes slightly better on standing in glass. It may be a bit better after a few years in a cellar, as the sharpness might reduce.
Price when bought: R57
John Platter rating: 3/5
Personal rating: 2.5/5
Date tested: Jun '09