The Mira Merlot

Merlot wine matches with a wide variety of foods because of its position in the middle of the red wine spectrum. In general Merlot pairs well with chicken and other light meats as well as lightly-spiced dark meats.

Leaf fall occurred later than usual which allowed good reserves to build up in the vines. The similarly delayed onset of Winter allowed for good cold unit accumulation. Rainfall was the lowest to date. Days were warm and nights cool. Budding occurred later and flowering was uniform. A dry, warm season resulted in compact berries with some supplementary irrigation necessary. A cooler February allowed for even ripening. An abundant vintage of exceptional quality.

18 months in French oak barrels, 40% new

Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards as high as 620 metres above sea level on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain Range nestle against the Helderberg Nature Reserve. With breathtaking views of False Bay and Table Bay often wrapped in clouds a cool climate sea breezes a granite foundation and strong minerality of the soil enhanced by acres of fynbos.... nature does her work.Uva is the Latin word for grape Mira means wonderful miraculous and full of charm. Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards is located within the area widely recognised as the “Golden Triangle ” renowned for its noble grape varieties and production of wines of outstanding quality.