Uva Mira
The Mira Merlot
Merlot from Stellenbosch, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R180 nationwide
Uva Mira
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.
Description
Colour: Violet red. Nose: Beautifully scented nose expressing signature scents of minerality, freshness, and a true sense of place. Cherry and raspberry emerge from the glass with herbal fynbos and enticing lavender floral perfume. Palate: A stunning profile on the palate with perfumed red berry and candy floss notes together with savoury elements of fresh tobacco leaf and crushed graphite supported by lovely well balanced acidity. Bright and alive in the glass showing a sense of linearity and focus. Exceptional tannin detail and definition with a refined, powdery texture. Finesse and elegance, all the while delivering moreish flavour and complexity.
Food Pairing
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.