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Creative Block 5 Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.028 ratings
9.03 pro ratings
Coastal Region, Western Cape, South Africa
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Kyle Groombridge

A bit linear at first, but as it opens it, it shows its true colors - tobacco, cigar box, and thick creme de cassis on the nose with a whif of mushroom. Pretty concentrated and luscious on the palate, with blackberry compote notes and a bit of violet. The velvety texture of the merlot presents itself throughout and surprisingly, the dark petit Verdot is prevalent despite the small percentage.. Very complex wine for the price.

A bit linear at first, but as it opens it, it shows its true colors - tobacco, cigar box, and thick creme de cassis on the nose with a whif of mushroom. Pretty concentrated and luscious on the palate, with blackberry compote notes and a bit of violet. The velvety texture of the merlot presents itself throughout and surprisingly, the dark petit Verdot is prevalent despite the small percentage.. Very complex wine for the price.

Jul 18th, 2015
Lauren Fowler

Tobacco and warmth and goodness. Really like.

Tobacco and warmth and goodness. Really like.

Sep 21st, 2016
Mike Ancuta

Haven't had many s. African reds that I have really enjoyed, this has structure, depth, and complexity. Great blend.

Haven't had many s. African reds that I have really enjoyed, this has structure, depth, and complexity. Great blend.

Apr 17th, 2016
Jeff Clement

Was in a wine off for daughters wedding and didn't make it out of semi finals. Was a little too fry even for those who like dry. But in fairness was up against good competition

Was in a wine off for daughters wedding and didn't make it out of semi finals. Was a little too fry even for those who like dry. But in fairness was up against good competition

Feb 9th, 2016
Ntobeko Ntusi

An excellent Cab Sav for everyday drinking. 2012 vintage.

An excellent Cab Sav for everyday drinking. 2012 vintage.

Jan 10th, 2016
Adam Greenberg

Unique red blend. Deep flavors of black cherry and other dark fruits.

Unique red blend. Deep flavors of black cherry and other dark fruits.

Dec 2nd, 2015
Kasea Harbachuk

Smokey aftertaste. Very aromatic

Smokey aftertaste. Very aromatic

May 18th, 2015
Robert Stephens

Very nice South African blend

Very nice South African blend

Dec 21st, 2014
Michael McGeary

Michael had this 9 years ago

Michael had this 9 years ago

Dec 26th, 2015
Bernard Joseph Lemoyne

Bernard had this 10 years ago

Bernard had this 10 years ago

Nov 20th, 2015