Meerlust Merlot 2018
| Producer | Meerlust |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Body / Style | Soft & Supple |
| Grape Blend | 93% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc |
| Bottle Size (ml) | 750 |
| % Abv | 14 |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Extra Info | Pure, juicy, opulent |
| Food Pairing Guide | Red meats, game and strong cheeses. |
Meerlust Merlot is a delicious, rich and juicy style of Merlot from this esteemed estate in Stellenbosch. It's a wine with a deep, youthful purple colour and intense aromas of dark brambly fruit and damson, as well as complex layers of liquorice, dark chocolate and spice. The full bodied palate offers generous, ripe fruit which shoes the purity of Merlot, with freshness and silky tannins. A lovely wine which demonstrates the juiciness, opulence and richness that Merlot is capable of. Meerlust is a family favourite at Lekker Wines so we're very pleased to have them on the list!
Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, the dedication to quality winemaking continues under the guidance of 8th generation, Hannes Myburgh and Cellar Master, Chris Williams. The name Meerlust means “pleasure of the sea”, as the property is situated 5km from False Bay (and 15km south of Stellenbosch), with the cooling influence of the coast, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly.
