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- V2 Merlot 2020
| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2020 |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Main Grape | Merlot (100%) |
| Expression | Red, Medium-Bodied and Elegant |
Tasting note
Ruby, clear and bright. Displaying blackcurrants and raspberries, with hints of subtle blackcurrant leaf. The well-mathed oak allows for the fruit to shine while creating complexity with notes of vanilla and nutmeg. An elegant, polished wine already drinking well, exhibiting very soft tannins with just enough grip to promise good cellaring potential.
Unique Selling Point
Smooth tannins and bottle age.
Vineyard
The vineayrds are situated 200m above sea level, and just 7km from the ocean, with soil types of Tukulu and Oakleaf.
Viticulture
The grapes are hand picked from Block 5 where the soil originates from 350-million-year-old granite decompositon. Situated near a Eucalyptus forest, which has a herbaceous influence and sea breezes which allow the fruit to ripen for longer.
Vinification
The grapes are hand sorted and destemmed. The whole berries were then cold soaked for 4 days before fermentation began, which lasted 15 days between 18-25 degrees. MLF was completed in stainless steel, before a 16-month barrel maturation period in 25% new French oak, 5% new American oak, and the remaining 70% matured in older barrels.
Food Match
Great paired with cheese, meats, pizza, pasta, and enjoyed on its own.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||
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| pH | 3.57 | ||
| Total Acidity | 5.8g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 3.2g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | M8546120 |