Bordeaux-themed
Timed Online Auction, 7 - 21 October 2024
Bordeaux | South Africa
About this Item
Boekenhoutskloof, located in the Franschhoek valley, was established in 1776 and gets its name 'Boekenhout' from an indigenous Beech tree. Boekenhoutskloof, managed by Marc Kent, describes themself as a Syrah specialist. Their efforts in conservation can be seen through initiatives they have taken-on in their farm and surrounding areas. They are also a founding member of the Franschhoek Mountain Conservancy.
Grapes for the Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon are picked from Boekenhoutskloof vineyards, planted adjacent to one another, grown in deep alluvial soils of the valley.
Provenance
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Critics Ratings
'2012 seduces with lavender perfume & ‘femininity’ on the palate. Pliant & lissom, it is also powerful & sophisticated. Lengthy (27 months) maturation in new French oak melds seamlessly with dark fruit. As silky & in need of patience as 2011 (5 stars).' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2015, 4.5*
'A sleek, refined style, with a mineral edge underscoring the red currant, raspberry and damson plum fruit. A light apple wood frame holds the finish, letting the fruit linger. Shows lovely cut and definition. Drink now through 2025.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 92/100 (Apr 2015)
'There was no Journeyman in 2012, so some of the fruit went into this instead, increasing the size of the blend. Made with 8% Cabernet Franc, this doesn’t show its 100% new oak. It’s a little old-fashioned perhaps, but has good lift, sweetness and leafy freshness. Drink: 2015-20' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2015, 92/100
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