Nitida Wine Cellar
Merlot
Merlot from Durbanville, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R130 nationwide
Nitida Wine Cellar
Although not intentionally award driven, there is no denying the status of this tiny family-owned Durbanville cellar. Strategically we are following a very traditional but personalised approach to making wine. In line with our brand honesty, we don’t try to be clever or practice contrived marketing jargon. We pick by hand, allowing us to leave the less perfect bunches for the soil to enrich itself – and before pressing, we again sort the individual grapes by hand. “We completely believe that beautiful wines come from day to day thoughtful management in the vineyards.” Our bottom line is that to be part of the Nitida family requires commitment, passion, and a desire to be involved. Our punch through system, while automated, was designed by the engineer in Bernhard to closely emulate a traditional hand-punch method. Of course, we do use modern technology for pressing and pumping, but always seek out the gentlest methods.
Description
Unexpectedly full-bodied and round, without any of the green bitterness that so often creeps into South African Merlot's. Red berry flavours gradually evolve into dark, rich plum with hints of musk making a subtle appearance.
Food Pairing
Demands seared Wagyu steak with a red wine reduction and fondant potato.