De Toren Z 2008 The Right Bank comes to South Africa
Awards,
Reviews and other Notes
91 pts Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Mar/Apr 2011
(a five-variety Bordeaux blend based on 45% merlot and 27% cabernet sauvignon; the 15% malbec component was aged in American oak): Good deep red with ruby tones. Sexy aromas of blackberry, spices and violet. Suave, sweet and deep, with lovely integrated acidity contributing to the wine's seamless texture. Offers considerable early appeal but has the structure for aging too, finishing with savory, firm-edged tannins. Very much in a Right Bank style, unusual for a Bordeaux blend in South Africa.
90 pts Wine Spectator 12/15/10
Ripe and focused, displaying delightful plum and blackberry notes laced with hints of herb and dark licorice. The supple, lengthy finish relies on acidity more than toast or muscle. Well put together. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now. 300 cases imported.
