CHAKALAKA
2009 Spice Route
| Grapes | Tannat, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Syrah |
| Colour | Red |
| Origin | South Africa |
| ABV | 14.50% |
This catchily named wine (after South Africa's unique spicy relish) is a very well made Rhone style blend with lovely fruit and well integrated oak. Serious value too. L&S (Oct 2010)
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A Rhone blend boasting attrctive dark berries and cherries on the nose followed by ripe and forward fruit on the palate. The alcohol is tempered by lively acidity and refined tannins. Stylish va-va-voom. Rating: 5 stars Decanter Magazine (Mar 2012)
A blend of 37% Syrah, 22% Mourvedre, 18% Carignan, 10% Petite Sirah, 10% Grenache and 4% Tannat raised in 25% new oak, the 2009 Chakalaka has a fresh bouquet with vibrant dark berried fruits, wild hedgerow and a touch of blueberry. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very good acidity and a vivacious finish of vibrant red fruits that beg another sip. For $20.00 this is great value. Rating: 90 Neal Martin, www.vinous.com (Sept 2011)
Spice Route
Spice Route is owned by winemaker Charles Back with vineyards in both Malmesbury and Darling, North-West of Paarl in the Swartland district. Deep rooted unirrigated bush vines, moderated by cool Atlantic breezes, produce exceptionally ripe and full flavoured wines with great balance.
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