Boekenhoutskloof Franschhoek Cabernet Sauvignon is medium-bodied, structured, focused and balanced, with attractive, refreshing acidity. Black fruit, aniseed, cloves, pipe tobacco and cardamon, linger on the finish with hints of graphite.

The nose is subtle, yet perfumey with its complex bouquet of red currant, dark cherries and blueberry and enticing whiffs of bergamot and cedar.

The mid-palate is focused, silky and poised with a charcoal-edged texture and very fine-grained tannins, with perfect acidity to balance. The wine lingers with hints of clove, crushed gravel and cocoa powder on a mineral-tinged, pure finish.

Accolades:

93 pts, James Suckling: praising its ripe dark fruits, creamy velvet tannins and minty freshness.

95 pts, Tim Atkin MW: described it as floral, mint-chocolate accented, with structured Cabernet Franc influence.

5 Stars, Platters Wine Guide 2025

93 pts, Wine-Searcher: “plush blueberry, graphite, violets, polished and flavorful”

Bottle size: 750ml