4 Stars - Candice chow, raymond Chan Wine reviews
"Deep ruby-red core, even colour throughout. The nose is full, approachable with power, displaying black and red berry, plum, smoky minerals and cedar aromas. Medium-full bodied, aromas of red berry lend the palate with plum and blackberry, unfolding cedar, smoky minerals and milk chocolate. Lively acidity lengthens the palate and lifts it with vibrancy. Supple tannin extraction and smoky minerals add structure. This vibrant, fresh Merlot with juicy fruit and a smoky, supple tannin mouthfeel. Match with summer barbeque and burgers over the next 3 years. 14% alc."

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A bright and juicy Merlot with an attractively ripe plummy nose. A rounded spicy palate with generous plum and spices fruit flavours leading to a fresh finish.

Merlot grapes are sourced from long standing vineyards on the Swartland/Wellington borders and also the Breede River Valley. Low rainfall, warm weather, mainly decomposed granite soils and low trellised vines all adds really interesting complexity to the final wine. Grapes are picked in mid-March, destemmed and placed in open top fermenters. Pigeage is carried out four times daily (whilst up to half of the sugar is fermented), then only twice daily to the end of fermentation - this is a soft delicate way of wetting the cap and aerating the wine. Malolactic fermentation follows before the wine is left on its lees to extract extra depth and soft tannins. A touch of elegance is achieved by using a modest amount (10%) of oak.

Perfect with BBQ dishes Grilled lamb, pasta with tomato sauce.

Vegan Friendly