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2004 Luigi Bosca Gala 2 was a nice surprise. Don’t get to try this wine every day. This wine is not a typical cab. It was a nice blend. the color was a very dark ruby color. The nose hits you strong of blueberry and darker fruits and a good balance of French oak. The palate has a strong start with blackberries, chocolate and with some black current. The oak is definitely prominent. The tannins are a little dark and velvety in the finish and this with get dry at the end. The finish is about medium to medium long. For 30 dollars a bottle it is worth having some around.

Tags: cabernet, Dry Wines, Luigi Bosca Gala, Red wine

De Toren Fusion V 2004

Nice dark color. Nose is very fruity with roses and blueberries, dark chocolate and a hint of black current. Really strong burnt log smell. Unique. Great palette with a soft rounded taste of sour cherries, black licorice, black pepper and oak. Really nice tight tannins and not hot at all. A little short on the transition but smooth and nice finish. Love the old world wines. Mature and this wine is exciting and really nice for 30 bucks. Worth a try.

Tags: De Toren Fusion V, Dry Wines, Red wine, South Africa