‘There's nothing to choose in terms of quality between the two Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignons in 2017, one of the best Cape vintages of the last half century.’ – Tim Atkin MW
This is a great opportunity to acquire two of the finest Cabernets to be released by the powerhouse South African producer Boekenhoutskloof. These epic wines are perfect to put away and enjoy over decades to come. Today we’re offering 1 year of free cellaring on these two Boekenhoutskloof Cabernets.
‘The Helderberg is to Stellenbosch, of course, what the Médoc is to Bordeaux: the home of Cabernet Sauvignon, and our duty was clear,’ says Marc Kent, explaining his vision behind making a local benchmark. While the Franschhoek Cabernet is quintessential Boekenhoutskloof, the Stellenbosch iteration is clearly taking aim at the Médoc. Both these releases also form part of our 2017-focused January PIP investment offering.
Receive 12 months of FREE CELLARING on full, 6-bottle cases (excluding mixed cases).
The maiden 2014 release was well-received, but it is the impressive 2017 Boekenhoutskloof Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted by Gottfried Mocke, that cements this vision. It is a wine of immense complexity and power with layered red and dark fruit, deft use of oak and dry, savoury tannins. There is just so much going on here! This is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon from the standout 2017 vintage and demands time for its purposeful tannins to harmonise.
It is joined by an equally impressive sibling. The distinct quality of the 2017 Boekenhoutskloof Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from four vineyards on the farm with a dash of their famous Cabernet Franc, has become one of the most awarded Cabernets in the Platter’s Guide over the years. Perfumed and subtle at first, the fresh lift is followed by a rich, rounded and deeply satisfying palate. Raised and matured in the finest French oak, we again see the abundance and class of the 2017 vintage. This polished and refined signature wine requires patience before broaching.
These 2017s are for the collectors and present the perfect opportunity to start a cellar.
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