Merlot 2015, Meerlust

2015 was a watershed vintage for Meerlust – the perfect conditions of 2015 has produced their best Merlot yet.  Intense dark brambly fruit on the nose, mulberry, liquorice and damson plum with hints of dark chocolate and spice, tempered by a stony minerality.  The medium-full bodied palate offers generous, ripe, pure Merlot fruit with refreshing acidity, structured yet silky tannins and pronounced length and minerality. There is a core of juiciness, opulence and richness typical of the variety, while the Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot lend greater complexity to the wine.

Ageing potential: Up to 12 years under ideal cellar conditions

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