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MorgensterLourens River Valley Red 2016
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MorgensterLourens River Valley Red 2016
Size75cl
Vintage2016
ABV14.5%
CountrySouth Africa
RegionWestern Cape
Sub-RegionStellenbosch
Main GrapeMerlot (38%)
ExpressionRed, Richly Textured and Full-Bodied

Tasting note

Vibrant red from prestigious Stellenbosch in South Africa, leafy and herbaceous thanks to the high proportion of Cabernet Franc, but also full of blueberries and cassis and elegantly perfumed with coffee and rose petals.

In the press

This is a comparatively traditional, full-bodied cuvée of Merlot with 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Earthy, structured and firm, with liquorice, coffee bean, fig and mulberry flavours and a firm backbone of tannin. 2022-28
Tim Atkin MW, Tim Atkin MW, South Africa Special Report 2022
91/100 - Aromas of red and black currants, red cherries, red licorice and rosemary. Medium- to full-bodied with silky tannins. Succulent and fresh on the palate with a good concentration and fruity intensity. A blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, petit verdot and cabernet franc. Sustainable. Drink now.
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com

Vinification

This wines spends 18 months in new and older French oak barrels.

ClosureNatural Cork
Suitable for
Vegetarians
Grape Varieties
Merlot38%
Cabernet Sauvignon36%
Petit Verdot18%
Cabernet Franc8%
pH3.77
Total Acidity6g/l Tartaric
Residual Sugar2.5g/l
Allergens
Sulphur
SKU Code86036116