WTN: Lyngrove Shiraz-Pinotage 2004

Stellenbosch.

Ruby red color in the glass.

A very odd nose of smoked meat, antiseptic-band aids, and heavy hickory smoke.

Tangy but smooth, cherry and cranberry, loads of hickory smoke, earthy, toasted-charred, red licorice, very spicy, beets and that odd antiseptic-band aid flavour.

A rich and long finish, smoky and a little sweet.

A distinctive (that's an understatement) wine that I won't soon forget. It is the sort of wine, I think, that people will either love or hate. I liked it for its strangeness. I wouldn't want to drink it every night, but it sure wasn't the same old-same old.

Purchased at $12.95 (Canadian).

Bruce, many thanks for your note. I saw this wine listed but didn't think about getting it. Now I know for sure that I will. The aromas you describe are outstanding - they sound very old-school South African to me.

Thanks again.

I had thought this wine would attract your attention. Will be interested in seeing what you think of it.