Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2010
Bordeaux Red Blends
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Robert
Parker
Product Details
Varietal
Producer
Vintage
2010
Size
750ML
ABV
14.11%
Your Rating
Somm Note
Winemaker Notes
Lively in appearance, yet showing good concentration of color, the 2010 Faithful Hound overflows with classic Claret aromas of ripe cassis, fragrant purple plums and spicy notes of sandalwood, star anise and white pepper. The full bodied, generous palate mirrors the juicy fruit aromas found on the nose. Flavors of dark chocolate and sweet cherry tobacco are restrained by a mineral chalky texture which tapers into a fine and lasting finish.
Blend: 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot, 11% Cab Franc, 6% Malbec
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2010 Faithful Hound is a blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 6% Malbec that sees 18 months in 60% new French oak. It has a clean, dark cherry and cassis-scented bouquet with just a hint of espresso. The palate is medium-bodied with quite fine tannins on the entry. The acidity is nicely judged and the finish has a classic feel: nicely focused with good length and poise. Very fine.
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Widely recognized as one of South Africa's most iconic producers, Mulderbosch is well-known for its Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Rose and its Bordeaux blend - The Faithful Hound - and is located east of Cape Town in the Stellenbosch Hills. Stellenboxch has a Mediterranean climate that is largely impacted by the confluence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, with long, warm summers and cool windy afternoons. Recently acquired by Charles Banks, an American, Mulderbosch has entered an exciting new era of quality. A newly-assembled team promises to re-introduce wine lovers to the many charms of this approachable, easy-drinking, collection of affordable, fun wines. South Africa provokes an unbelieveable platform for making some of the best white wine values in the world.
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