Popped this South African wine after the CNY dinner. Not surprising the family didn't like it. I think red wine is an acquired taste.
2007 Table Mountain Cabernet
Very dark inky plum color. The nose was pungent with aromas of chinese herbs. In fact it was so strong that it reminded me of Chinese medical halls. Or alternatively, African spice? The herbal nose followed through to the medium bodied palate. There were some plums and sweetness but the herbal taste was too overpowering. No characteristic smokiness from the cabernet. Tannins were reasonably rounded. It was still drinking well the night after but the herbal nose and palate were still there. No evolvement at all.
Wine from Denise (M'sia).
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