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    Meerlust, Estate Red, Stellenbosch, 2022

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    Absolutely stunning Stellenbosch - A true expression of the Meerlust estate! 

    Richly fruited with blackberry, cassis, and plum, with flavours of sweet cedar, herbaceous undertones and gorgeously supple, seductive tannins

    • Blend of 50% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, and 10% cabernet franc
    • Aged 16 months in oak barrels 
    • Tim Atkin | 96 Pts
    Cellaring: Drink now to 2035
    Food Pairing: Magnificent with slow-braised beef short ribs, grilled dry-aged ribeye. It also pairs brilliantly with wild mushroom risotto and mature hard cheeses like aged Gouda or Cheddar. | 🌡️ Serve at 16–18°C


    STORY BEHIND THE WINE

    Historically only produced as a replacement for Rubicon, the first vintage of Estate Red was 1985. Since 2020 both Red and Rubicon are produced together, with the Red considered a ‘second label’ wine.

    The Estate Red is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with a small amount of Petit Verdot in certain vintages. Every parcel of each variety was fermented separately before undergoing malolactic fermentation in 300 L barrels and large Foudres. After 8 months in oak, the components were blended and given another 8 months in barrel for harmonisation before bottling.


    Meerlust, Estate Red, Stellenbosch, 2022 by Whelehans Wines.

    Meerlust, Estate Red, Stellenbosch, 2022

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