Guardian Peak Lapa Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, South Africa

獅王之巔酒莊拉帕赤霞珠干紅葡萄酒

點(diǎn)擊次數(shù)：15497

Shows mature elements already, featuring a mix of sagebrush, savory and tobacco leaf notes that mingle with red currant, dried cherry and raspberry coulis flavors. Presents a cedary edge through the finish. A bit squared-off in feel. Drink now through 2019. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 370 cases made, 370 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape Select to Add

This is ripe and solidly built, with a core of red currant paste and crushed plum fruit stretching out over racy grilled savory and iron notes. The finish has nice cut despite the hefty fruit. This should unfurl a bit more with cellaring. Best from 2017 through 2021. 747 cases made.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape Select to Add

This is solid, with an iron edge to the mouthwatering red and black currant fruit, while tobacco, sanguine and savory notes are inlaid through the finish. Offers a streamlined, focused feel. Drink now through 2017. 1,012 cases made.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

Shows good density, with layers of fig, plum paste and currant preserves lined with sweet tobacco leaf and well-toasted vanilla notes. Long and polished through the finish, revealing a buried iron accent for contrast. Solidly built. Drink now through 2018. 1,150 cases made.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add

Densely packed, offering red and black currant paste, raspberry preserves and dark cherry sauce flavors, with notes of savory, tobacco leaf and iron. The toasty frame is judicious and well-integrated, complementing the bittersweet, cocoa-tinged finish. Shows length and polish. Drink now through 2016. 600 cases made.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Stellenbosch / Stellenbosch Select to Add