Zorgvliet Silver Myn Banhoek Argentum 2007 77 Points

Zorgvliet Silver Myn Banhoek Argentum 2007  77 Points

Merlot driven blend with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon,  bright, showing evolution with garnet hue and mahogany towards the rim.

Clean,moderate  intensity, very ripe blackcurrant, cassis, leafy, herbaceous note with peppery spices, slightly vegetal, earthy. leathery note, spicy oak,good layers of complexity.

Dry with dash of residual sugar, moderate acidity, fresh, moderate plus tannins, still stern and not totally integrated, savory texture with dark cherries and black olives note, herbal follows through, with very high alcohol of 14.5% ABV, lifting the tobacco and cigar character, now until 2014