08/16/2010

MAN Vintners 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

"Eat Critters, Drink MAN" says the label - a clever dig on the "critter" labels that are ubiquitous among inexpensive wines from a certain heavily marketed Southern Hemisphere nation. I didn't get around to trying MAN Vintners wines while in SA because I knew they'd be available in the U.S., but as one of the most widely distributed and fairly priced South African labels imported into this country, it's a brand worth knowing. 

This cabernet shows a robust nose of black cherry, cassis, and a pleasing hint of menthol. Just slightly smoky with balanced alcohol, it's juicy and full - even more so on the palate. The finish shows considerable tannin and just a suggestion of milk chocolate; I'd love to 558012244_1977123613_538236242_1281965997128   pair this with flank steak topped with molé. At $8, this cab will definitely become one of my go-to reds for entertaining friends.

MAN Vintners 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine of Origin: Coastal Region

Importer: Vineyard Brands

Price: $7.99

Aug 16, 2010 6:42:08 AM

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