Vergelegen Merlot Reserve 2021
- Vergelegen Estate
- red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Merlot
€23.35*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Information about "Vergelegen Merlot Reserve 2021"
The Vergelegen Merlot Reserve 2021 reveals a captivating plum hue enhanced by a ruby rim. Its aromatic profile opens with dark, ripe cherry and plum notes, enriched by enticing spices and a hint of chocolate. Gentle oak nuances provide a perfect balance to the lush fruit characteristics, resulting in a lasting finish. A remarkable expression of Merlot finesse!
The grapes were harvested at optimal ripeness, undergoing fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled 25°C with two different yeast cultures (D21 and D254). The wine matured for 16 months in 225-liter French oak barrels.
| Main grape varietal: | Merlot |
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| Wine region: | Stellenbosch |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| ratings: | John Platter 4 Sterne, Tim Atkin 93/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | mono varietal |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2021 |
| wine style: | dry |
| wine type: | red wine |
- John Platter: 4 Stars / 89 Points
- Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Points
- 2020 Vintage - Tim Atkin 2024: 91 Points
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
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| Distributor | Weinland Ariane Abayan GmbH & Co. KG, D-20251 Hamburg |
| Recommended dishes | Gerichte auf Tomatenbasis, Rinderragu-Nudeln, Gourmet Pizza |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Serving temperature [°C] | 18 °C |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2030 |
| Winemaker | Luke O'Cuinneagain |
| Nutrition allergens | enthält Sulfite |
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| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 14.5 |
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| Residual sugar [g/l] | 3.3 |
| pH-value | 3.42 |
| Acid content [g/l] | 5.9 |