http://www.excelsior.co.za/
the bottom line - south african cab. nothing but alcohol and light sweet dark fruit on the nose. flat up front with fizzing black cherry on the mid pallet with a lonnnng tannic, oaky, fruity finish. the finish alone is worth the $9, but loses marks for the one dimensional nose and flavor profile.
alcohol - 14.5%
residual sugar - 3.1 g/l
total acid - .60/100 ml
final pH - 3.63
blend - 100% cabernet sauvignon
aroma - alcohol, cherry
flavor -black cherry, sweet, carbonation sensation on the midpallet with a bold tannic, oaky finish with lingering fruit.
price - $8.99
punt - 23 mm
verdict - 83, WS84
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