Merlot

Guardian Peak Merlot 2022 pairs well with hearty dishes such as pizza, bolognese, and stews. Its juicy fruit and soft tannins complement rich, savory foods​.

This Merlot is sourced from the Stellenbosch region, known for its excellent terroir, allowing for the cultivation of richly flavored grapes. The climate here, with its mix of warm days and cool nights, ensures the preservation of fresh fruit flavors and balanced acidity​.

The wine spent 6 months aging in French oak barrels, which adds complexity, enhancing the flavors while keeping the fruit-forward profile intact​.

Vinification took place in a combination of open and closed-top stainless steel fermenters, which helped preserve the fresh fruit aromas and flavors. After fermentation, the wine was aged for six months in seasoned French oak barrels, adding subtle complexity without overpowering the fruit​.

Guardian Peak wines were conceived in 1998 by Jean Engelbrecht who combined his knowledge and understanding of international wine markets with his experience and involvement at his family wine estate Rust en Vrede in Stellenbosch. The objective was to create a range of wines that should be accessible to the consumer in both style and price. Grapes for Guardian Peak are sourced from the Breedekloof and Stellenbosch appellations where we enjoy long-term contracts with respected growers. More importantly we view our contracts as relationships whereby both parties benet mutually. Two decades later and our beliefs remain to produce approachable sustainable wines of consistent quality allowing our consumer to experience value and enjoy them as often as we do.