R425
‘Textbook, old-school Stellenbosch Merlot. Everything in place: pencils lined up, plums centre of cedar frame, green pepper under blackcurrant. Scratchy little tannins, the sweetness of plump fruit spilling through every pore. Well-modulated richness. A real classic! And it just shows how lovely varietal Merlot can be when grown in the right spot. Lamb burger/mint mayo wine. 2024-2031’ – Tamlyn Currin, JancisRobinson.com, 16.5/20
'An inviting nose of dark plum, concentrated dark cherry with an overlay of Cape Fynbos, especially Buchu notes and cool earth. Maritime in the best sense, the beautifully integrated oak, fine, ripe tannins and linear structure make for a wine that’s classic in style with brooding fruit, yet fresh fragrance. The 2021 has a complex, powerful Merlot character that’s rarely experienced in Stellenbosch. Possibly the best Merlot I have tasted from SA – a bold statement but the intrinsics are undeniable. It should be long lasting.' – James Pietersen, May 2024
'An inviting nose of dark plum, concentrated dark cherry with an overlay of Cape Fynbos, especially Buchu notes and cool earth. Maritime in the best sense, the beautifully integrated oak, fine, ripe tannins and linear structure make for a wine that’s classic in style with brooding fruit, yet fresh fragrance. The 2021 has a complex, powerful Merlot character that’s rarely experienced in Stellenbosch. Possibly the best Merlot I have tasted from SA – a bold statement but the intrinsics are undeniable. It should be long lasting.' – James Pietersen, May 2024
Condition | New |
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Winemaker | Altus Treurnicht |
Alcohol | 14.9% |
Blend information | 100% Merlot |
Drink to | Drink or cellar |
Variety | Merlot |
Rating | JR 16.5 |
Producer information | Meerlust Estate, owned by the Myburgh family, has been in the family for eight generations. Located 5km from False Bay, the property was given the name 'Meerlust' from the original owner, which means 'pleasure of the sea'. The Meerlust name is synonymous with tradition, elegance and longevity. In fact, it was their Cabernet Sauvignon, produced since 1975, that was the first to carry the Meerlust label. |
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FREE SHIPPING:
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STANDARD DOOR-TO-DOOR:
Shipping fees are calculated on the delivery ‘street code’ provided during checkout.
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COLLECTION (Cape Town only):
Orders are available for free collection at our Cape Town office only. You will be notified as soon as your order is ready for collection.
CELLARING:
Wine Cellar offers professional wine storage at our premises in Cape Town. If you are not an existing cellaring client, please view our rates and set up an account by visiting our cellaring page.
JOHANNESBURG ONR:
For this special overnight road service, orders must be placed before 13h00 SAST. The order will be delivered by the close of business the following working day.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
We use a third party courier for international shipping. Please contact info@winecellar.co.za for the rates and delivery options.
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