{"id":146445,"date":"2025-04-19T12:49:02","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T09:49:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&p=146445"},"modified":"2025-04-19T12:49:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-19T09:49:02","slug":"buy-boekenhoutskloof-chocolate-block-wine-75cl-case-of-6-with-vintage-variations","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/buy-boekenhoutskloof-chocolate-block-wine-75cl-case-of-6-with-vintage-variations\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy Boekenhoutskloof Chocolate Block Wine 75cl \u2013 Case of 6 with Vintage Variations"},"content":{"rendered":"

1 x Case of 6 x 75cl Chocolate Block Red Wine (Vintage May Vary)<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Chocolate Block is a cult red wine from the renowned South African producer Boekenhoutskloof<\/em>, known for its consistently high demand that often outstrips supply. This wine is celebrated for being big, bold, and powerful, offering a rich, smooth, and complex profile that truly lives up to its decadent name.<\/p>\n

Hailing from the picturesque Franschhoek region of South Africa, Boekenhoutskloof crafts limited quantities of this exceptional wine each year. The Chocolate Block delivers a harmonious blend of ripe dark fruits, subtle spice, and a velvety texture that makes it perfect for both special occasions and everyday indulgence.<\/p>\n

FAQs<\/h2>\n
\n
What grape varieties are used in The Chocolate Block?<\/dt>\n
The Chocolate Block typically features a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Viognier, and Cabernet Sauvignon, creating its signature complex flavor profile.<\/dd>\n
What foods pair well with this wine?<\/dt>\n
This rich and bold red pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rich stews, and strong cheeses, as well as dark chocolate desserts.<\/dd>\n
How long can I cellar this wine?<\/dt>\n
With proper storage, The Chocolate Block can age gracefully for up to 7-10 years, developing even more depth and complexity over time.<\/dd>\n
Is the vintage consistent year to year?<\/dt>\n
The vintage may vary, but Boekenhoutskloof maintains high quality standards to ensure each release is exceptional.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

The Chocolate Block by Boekenhoutskloof is a must-have for any red wine enthusiast seeking a deeply flavorful and luxurious experience. Its bold character and smooth complexity make it a standout wine from South Africa\u2019s Franschhoek region. Whether you\u2019re adding to your cellar or looking for a gift, this limited-production wine is sure to impress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

1 x Case of 6 x 75cl Chocolate Block Red Wine (VIntage May Vary)
\nThe Chocolate Block is a cult wine from venerable South African producer Boekenhoutskloof for which demand always outstrips supply. Big, bold and powerful, this is a rich, smooth and complex red that lives up to its name.
\nFrom the beautiful South African region of Franschhoek, the Boekenhoutskloof winery produces limited quantities of this famous Chocolate Block wine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":146446,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[23,20010,73,24],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-146445","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-beer-wine-and-spirits","7":"product_cat-grocery","8":"product_cat-red-wine","9":"product_cat-wine","10":"pa_brand-the-chocolate-block","11":"pa_color-red-wine","12":"pa_languages-unknown-english","13":"pa_manufacturer-the-chocolate-block","14":"pa_size-19184","16":"first","17":"instock","18":"shipping-taxable","19":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/146445","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=146445"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/146446"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=146445"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=146445"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=146445"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=146445"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}