Meerlust
Merlot
Merlot from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R90 nationwide
Meerlust
Growing fine wines on the Meerlust Estate has been part of the Myburgh family tradition for eight generations beginning in 1756. Long recognized for producing world-class wines the Meerlust Estate is singularly rich in charm and history. A tour of the estate situated fifteen kilometers south of Stellenbosch reveals its graceful manor house classical wine cellar rose gardens family cemetery dovecote and bird sanctuary. The first owner of the property a German immigrant named Henning Huising recognized the beauty and potential of the farm and settled here in 1693. He named his new-found home Meerlust meaning pleasure of the sea as the manor house sits on a granite outcrop only 5 km from False Bay and in the warm summer months the vineyards are refreshed by ocean breezes and evening mists which roll in from the coast. Visitors to the Estate - a National Monument - have for centuries anticipated seeing the cool white façade of the Manor House as they passed through the gates and along the palm and oak tree-lined drive. Not much has changed. Today that sense of having arrived at a most treasured home and estate is enhanced by the knowledge - on seeing the sweep of vineyards that flank the drive - that here grow the grapes of the prized Meerlust wines. Contemporary Meerlust is an exciting fusion of the refreshingly modern and the tirelessly classical.
Description
The 2023 Meerlust Merlot shows a deep ruby colour. The nose is expressive and varietally true, with aromas of ripe red and dark berries, plum and cherry, supported by subtle notes of cedar and gentle oak spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering supple tannins, balanced acidity and a smooth, polished texture. Fruit concentration is well integrated with oak, leading to a refined, dry finish with lingering red fruit and savoury undertones.
Food Pairing
This Merlot pairs well with roast lamb, beef dishes, mushroom-based meals, pasta with tomato or meat sauces, and semi-hard cheeses. Its supple tannins and balanced structure make it highly food-friendly.
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