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+27 21 876-3320 P.O. Box 433 Excelsior Road Franschhoek 7690 South Africa

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The farm of Boekenhoutskloof wasoriginally granted to Huguenot settlers in1776. For two hundred years it remained in the same family. Over the two centuries they engaged in agricultural activities as diverse as tobacco, fruit, cattle and ultimately wine production. The original owners ceased wine production in the 1940s. The existing partnership re-opened the winery for production in 1996. Lead by Cellarmaster Marc Kent (South African Winemaker of the Year, 2007), the Winery is now regarded as one of SA’s top producers. Boekenhoutskloof is a Syrah specialist, with its premium range selling out on release each vintage. The Chocolate Block, a Syrah based blend, is probably the most successful new offering to come out of SA in the modern era. Boekenhoutskloof is acknowledged by Robert Parker’s Wine Buyer’s Guide and The 2009 Wine Report as South Africa’s # 1 producer.

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The Chocolate Block (2007)

Winery: Boekenhoutskloof Wine Estate
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Varietal: Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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Philip

Very nice wine - full of great fruit, with a beautiful silky mouthfeel and a solid finish. Starts out with delicate lilac and cardamon spice on the nose. Fantastic rich smooth mid palate with wonderful mouthfeel. Very integrated and balanced.

Boekenhoutskloof Red Rhone Blend the Wolftrap (2005)

Winery: Boekenhoutskloof Wine Estate
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Varietal: Syrah , Cinsault , Mourvèdre , Viognier
Type: Table Wines
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Evil Homer

Has a smoky nose with some spices, cherry and plum. Smoky and cherry on the palate...very nice mouth feel. This wine has been very consistent, have had since 03 and always have a couple in the rack. (87)

Boekenhoutskloof Syrah Franschhoek Valley (2003)

Winery: Boekenhoutskloof Wine Estate
Region: South Africa » Paarl » Franschhoek Valley
Varietal: Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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Philip

A great complex nose of minerals, wet wool and barnyard. Nice gentle, mellowed tannins in the mouth. This is a fantastic wine. I usually don't go for 'barnyard', but here its been done so well and is so well integrated. Very impressive - a refined wine...

The Chocolate Block (2007)

Winery: Boekenhoutskloof Wine Estate
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Varietal: Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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winescribbler

Syrah 55%, Grenache Noir 20%, Cabernet Sauvignon 16%, Cinsault 5%, Viognier 4%. Production just 586 barrels. 14.5% Alcohol. Served slightly chilled in the warmth of South Africa I also chilled it briefly back in a, significantly cooler, UK to the wine...

Boekenhoutskloof Syrah Franschhoek Valley (2004)

Winery: Boekenhoutskloof Wine Estate
Region: South Africa » Paarl » Franschhoek Valley
Varietal: Syrah
Type: Table Wines
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Philip

Bright raspberry fruits to start. A powerful finish. Beautiful minerality. Tasted at the New York Wine Experience

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  • Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    April 2012

    Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    Snoothrank:

    Smoky, a bit flinty and subtly vegetal on the nose with subdued bitter apple and pithy fruits topped by a touch of white pepper. A bit loose on the palate but nicely transparent with slightly creamy, almond flavors up front that are supported by bright mineral notes. The fruit remains subdued on the palate, if nicely balanced. This is an easy si... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    April 2012

    Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    Snoothrank:

    A very warm smelling wine with plenty of oak. This is sweet. Read More

    Wine review by kate statton


  • Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    April 2012

    Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    Snoothrank:

    Besides, Viognier, this also has Chenin and Grenache Blancs. An unusual blend, and the risk pays off. There's sweet fruit and vanilla on the nose, with some toast and sesame, which I think comes from the Chenin. The flavors round each other out nicely. Would be great with food! Read More

    Wine review by Amanda Schuster


  • Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    March 2012

    Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    Snoothrank:

    Veryy nice fruity up front smooth finish good with turkey Read More

    Wine review by RNRodHouston


  • Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    February 2012

    Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    Snoothrank:

    Very good wine for the price. Let it open up for an hour or so and it's even better. The nose was herbal with hints of blackberry. Tasted like berry with a little herb and leather Read More

    Wine review by 1rockiesfan


  • Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap 2008

    December 2011

    Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap 2008

    Snoothrank:

    Vintage was 2010. Ok and not really exciting or special. probably won't buy again. Read More

    Wine review by mcawrx


  • Boekenhoutskloof's the Chocolate Block 2009

    September 2011

    Boekenhoutskloof's the Chocolate Block 2009

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by USCLiz


  • Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    September 2011

    Boekenhoutskloof the Wolftrap Boekenhoutskloof South Africa Syrah Mourvedre 2010

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by mindpirate


  • Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    August 2011

    Boek Wolftrap White 2010

    Snoothrank:

    This is noticeably oaky on the nose with a sharp mineral and spice quality. At first this seems a bit creamy on entry but it quickly turns really decisive on the palate with obvious oak and almost reticent fruit that build slows. At first there is only a base of fruit here but with time, and with food, you get lovely notes of lemon curd, orange ... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap 2008

    February 2011

    Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap 2008

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by gobiosoma


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