Boekenhoutskloof 2008 Syrah Porcupine Ridge South Africa

Marc Kent has hit a home run with this fantastic value. Well made, Rhone-style Syrah for under $10? Yes please. Aromas of ripe blackberry and sweet tabacco dominate, with hints of cola and smoked meat in the background. Full-bodied and richly textured, this wine is perfect for the grill. The label is an original pen and ink drawing of the crested porcupine rendered by leading South Africa wildlife artist, Zakkie Eloff. The crested porcupines inhabit the vineyards of the Boekenhoutskloof homestead.