De Wetshof
Thibault Merlot
Merlot Blend from Robertson, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R90 nationwide
De Wetshof
The name De Wetshof has been synonymous with the production of fine wines in South Africa since the 1970’s. As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley De Wetshof has become known internationally as South Africa’s eminent Chardonnay House due to the pioneering role it played in introducing this noble Burgundian grape to the country. The De Wet family’s winemaking heritage can however be traced back to 1694 when the first De Wets arrived at the Cape and immediately made a mark on the South African wine industry. Today De Wetshof is one of the few third generation wine estates in South Africa. Here Danie de Wet proprietor and cellarmaster is assisted by sons Johann (viticulture and marketing) and Peter (winemaker).
Description
This Bordeaux-style wine fuses two of the world’s great classical red cultivars to create a wine of elegance, power and individuality. The soil, sun and aspect of De Wetshof allow the wine to express freshness, bright red fruit and a delicate plushness. Typical Merlot and Cabernet characteristics, however, lie at the core. Here intense dark berries, bittersweet chocolate en pencil shavings abound, while palate weight, depth of presence and a lasting finish enhance the experience of drinking red wine of substance and pedigree.
Food Pairing
A wine to savour on its own, the Thibault can also be enjoyed with roast beef and lamb, fillet steak with a mushroom-based sauce and hearty beef, lamb or game casseroles.
