Thursday, December 6, 2012
Zevenwacht Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 79 Points
Bright garnet with slight brown rim.
Clean, medium intensity, showing Cabernet austerity with hints of cassis and blackcurrant, red bellpepper, earthy, spicy oak, brush of vanilla.
Dry with dash of residual sugar, full style with moderate plus tannins and high alcohol of 14%, good depth of fruit on texture, rich, medium acidity, fresh, good lenght.
Tasted from a 375 ml bottle, a perfect offerings for picnic hampers!