{"product_id":"boekenhoutskloof-the-chocolate-block-2024-750ml","title":"Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block, 2024 750ml","description":"\u003ch5\u003eBoekenhoutskloof · The Chocolate Block · Swartland · Western Cape, South Africa · 2024 · 750ml\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoekenhoutskloof is one of South Africa's most acclaimed estates, and The Chocolate Block is the wine that put Swartland on the world map. Created by winemaker Marc Kent, it is a Syrah-led blend — 73% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cinsault, and 1% Viognier — sourced from old-vine parcels in the granite-rich soils of the Swartland. The name is no accident: this is a wine built for pleasure, with the kind of dark, brooding generosity that makes it impossible to put down. Over 1.1 million bottles are produced each vintage, yet the quality never wavers. At $37.99, The Chocolate Block remains one of the most compelling values in the New World red wine category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, inky ruby in the glass with an intense nose of blackberry, bramble, lavender, cacao, and a whisper of cured meat and potting soil — dark, brooding, and utterly compelling. On the palate: medium-to-full bodied with a lush compote of blueberries, ripe plums, black currants, and cherries, framed by cacao-powdery tannins that add texture and complexity. Cumin spice, white pepper, licorice, and hints of garrigue carry through to a velvety, persistent finish. James Suckling awarded 92 points; Wine Advocate 92 points. Drink now through 2030, or cellar for added complexity. Pair with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, braised short ribs, or a serious cheese board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boekenhoutskloof · Winemaker Marc Kent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Chocolate Block · Swartland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swartland, Western Cape, South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cinsault, 1% Viognier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, structured New World red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScores:\u003c\/strong\u003e James Suckling 92 · Wine Advocate 92\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now–2030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry, bramble, lavender, cacao, blueberry, ripe plum, black currant, cumin spice, white pepper, licorice, velvety finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair With:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled ribeye · Lamb chops · Braised short ribs · Aged cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOld-vine Swartland Syrah, cacao-powdery tannins — South Africa's most beloved red, vintage after vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eExpert Reviews - Vintage 2024\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling — 92 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis creamy, medium-bodied red has aromas of dark cherries, blueberries, cracked pepper and thyme. It’s juicy and smoothly integrated with tasty savory undertones to the dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Advocate (Robert Parker) — 92 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Boekenhoutskloof 2024 Swartland The Chocolate Block, a blend of 73% Syrah, 11% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cinsault and 1% Viognier, may not aim for intellectual nuance, but it more than compensates with pure, comforting charm, like a big, shaggy dog asleep by the fireplace. Medium- to full-bodied, it delivers generous black fruit and bold cherry flavors with a smooth, reassuring texture, offering plenty of pleasure. Conceived by vintner Marc Kent as an accessible, crowd-pleasing expression of Swartland fruit, the wine reflects Boekenhoutskloof’s belief that serious craftsmanship and broad appeal need not be mutually exclusive. Production is substantial, with 3,741 barrels made, translating to just over 1.1 million bottles, making it an ideal choice for a long wooden table at a steakhouse surrounded by friends and shared plates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47550246846747,"sku":"210000046321","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/jfgxfzne1mj4pbh59ysy.jpg?v=1769963213","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/boekenhoutskloof-the-chocolate-block-2024-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}