Another South African Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine Reviewed
Obikwa Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 13.5% alcohol about $9. 

 

Let’s start with the marketing materials. “Tasting Note : Deep red violet colour; aromas and flavors of strawberry jam, with hints of leather, blueberry and plum; dry, full bodied and softly textured. Serving Suggestion : Spicy bbq’d meats.” And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was rather sweet, presenting well-balanced tannins and acidity. When I nibbled on Japanese rice crackers dark cherries surfaced in the mix. The meal consisted of ground beef with salsa sitting on a bed of whole-wheat pasta. In response the libation picked up power and length but was too sweet. A generous portion of Chinese hot sauce rendered the juice peppery. Fresh blueberries for dessert made this Cab dark and almost brooding.

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