‘From two French clones of Merlot. 40% new oak used in maturation. Top notes of floral perfume and herbs before dark berries, olive and earth on the nose. The palate has excellent depth of fruit but also no lack of finesse, the acidity fresh and the tannins fine, great length to the finish.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 96/100
'Produced in what James Downes rates as a "great vintage" in Elgin, this intensely structured Merlot from one of the best sites for the variety in South Africa was made with a pair of different French clones in 2019. Aged in 40% new wood, it's bold, fleshy and intense, with ample acidity and minerality, mint, plum and bramble fruit and the concentration to age. 2024-30' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2023, 95/100
'Produced in what James Downes rates as a "great vintage" in Elgin, this intensely structured Merlot from one of the best sites for the variety in South Africa was made with a pair of different French clones in 2019. Aged in 40% new wood, it's bold, fleshy and intense, with ample acidity and minerality, mint, plum and bramble fruit and the concentration to age. 2024-30' – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2023, 95/100
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Winemaker | Gordon Newton Johnson and Nadia Newton Johnson |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Body | Medium to full-bodied |
| Blend information | 100% Merlot |
| Drink to | Drink or cellar |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Rating | CE 96 |
| Producer information | The name Shannon pays homage to the owner’s ancestors who come from Irish descent. Located in the Elgin Valley within the Kogelberg Biosphere, Shannon Vineyards’ unique terroir speaks for itself. With the Peninsula Dam creating the eastern boundary of the farm, the vineyards experience a cooling blanket of mist which is such a great geographical influencer on the farm’s climate, that Shannon has included the river mist in their logo. As such, the winemaking follows a minimal intervention approach to allow the different terroirs to be expressed in the wines. |
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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.
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