Two of the first batch of South African wines that started me on this happy path for wine fun are the Glen Carlou Chardonnay and the Wolftrap Red Blend. The rep was in today with new vintages on both and both are delicious.
The Glen Carlou Chardonnay new vintage is 2008. An erratic quality year in South Africa, Glen Carlou nailed its traditional French styling with balance between fruit, wood and acid. There seemed to be a touch more oak in the 2008 vintage compared to 2007. This added sensation of oak gave the wine a richer weight that was balanced by crisp acid. It reminded me of Meursault from France. Glen Carlou is $15, Meursault is $50, you do the math.
The Wolftrap is the entry level red wine to the aforementioned Chocolate Block which is made by Boekenhoutskloof in Franschoek South Africa. Wolftrap is a blend of red and white grapes that yields a steal at $9.99 a bottle. Complex in flavor and aroma, it handles red meat and all cheeses with ease. This is a contender for house red wine of the year. Serve with barbque for a wonderful match.
Am very proud of myself, just double-checked the spelling of Boekenhoutskloof and I got it right without looking the first time.
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