Lomond Wine Estate
Merlot
Merlot from Cape Agulhas, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R150 nationwide
Lomond Wine Estate
Lomond is situated on The Agulhas Plain near the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas – the meeting place of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans – 8km from the fishing village of Gansbaai and within sight of the sea. The vineyards were planted only on previously cultivated land within sight of the ocean. This maritime climate with the resulting cooling sea breezes ensures that the vineyards are kept cool which results in late ripening intense fruit. On the slopes of the Ben Lomond mountain in the Uilenkraal Valley, our vineyards are planted on as many as 18 different soil types, which appear naturally in small pockets along the slopes and produce intriguingly complex wines with flavour profiles that differ markedly from one block to the next. This unique combination of geography, geology, and climate results in terroir that is perfect for producing world-class wine. The Cape Agulhas appellation has its place among the world’s top winegrowing regions, and one about which we are incredibly passionate.
Description
Colour: Deep red with a bright ruby hue. Bouquet: Dark chocolate mint, ripe sweet dark berries, black olives and prunes. Taste: Clean cherry flavours with a hints of Fynbos and oak spice.
Food Pairing
Beef, Lamb, Veal