Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block 2023 Red Blend Lalande-de-Pomerol when he emigrated to Mexico

when he emigrated to Mexico from France during the country’s brief French colonization period

The release of this bourbon coincides with the 125th anniversary of the passage of that act

The fruit is harvested at optimum maturity

30% Cabernet Franc

Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block 2023 Red Blend Lalande-de-Pomerol when he emigrated to MexicoThe nose is rich and intense with its abundance of black and blueberry fruit, ripe brambles, and notes of black olives, perfume and dust. Whiffs of white pepper and coriander seed add to the complexity. The bright dark berries of the nose follow through onto a juicy, abundant palate with classic red licorice and fresh cherry flavors. The wine is medium to full bodied, with a broad, weighty mid palate, yet the mouthfeel is smooth, gentle. Lively