De Grendel Merlot 2015
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RATINGS
Vivino: 3.9
TASTING NOTES
De Grendel Merlot 2015
If classic elegance is more your thing, look no further than our distinguished and elegant Merlot.
It has a beautiful gem-like ruby colour with garnet flashing around the edges and first reveals a delicate all-sorts of berries – red, black and blue.
Deep, dark cherry red in colour indicates excellent extraction. The nose is packed with sweet black cherry, dried cranberry aromas and plum, underscored by nuances of marmite with hints of game. A sweet, tart entry develops into pleasing mulberry fruit, supported by liquorice and mocha with a rich mouthfeel. It finishes with bold coffee tannins that will reward those who keep a bottle for a few years by becoming increasingly silky. A highly extracted wine, packed with sweet red berry fruit, which with time will soften into a silky, juicy, complex Merlot.
In conclusion, the vintage of 2015 has the potential to rival the finest vintages in recent years.
Varietal: 100% Merlot
Region: Tygerberg, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 14.8% | Residual Sugar: 2.4 g/l | pH: 3.47 | Total Acidity: 5.5 g/l
Food Pairing: This rich, juicy wine will pair excellently with most meats, but especially with succulent roast lamb served with sweet roasted vegetables. It really is difficult to go wrong with a good Merlot. Try it with tomato-based pasta or roast duck.
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C