Thelema Merlot Reserve 2022
- Thelema Mountain Vineyards
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Merlot
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 94 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2026: 95 Punkte
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 93 Punkte
€30.95*
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Information about "Thelema Merlot Reserve 2022"
Poured into the glass, the Thelema Merlot Reserve presents a deep, almost inky red hue, releasing an intense bouquet of raspberries, blackcurrants, cherries, strawberries, and baking spices. On the palate, it showcases a robust structure with complex notes of cedar, sandalwood, and lush fruit density. Its strong yet harmonious tannins will further develop with time, complemented by a well-balanced acidity that promises excellent aging potential.
As one of the finest Merlots from the Cape, this wine is a limited edition embodiment of elegance and balance, offering a refined yet approachable expression of terroir.
Die Trauben für den Thelema Merlot Reserve wurden entrappt, handsortiert, gequetscht und in Stahltanks gepumpt, wo sie zwei Tage lang einer Kaltquellphase unterzogen und während drei weiteren Tagen jeweils zweimal am Tag umgewälzt wurden. Die malolaktische Fermentierung erfolgte in Holzfässern. Anschließend durfte der Wein 18 Monate lang in 100% neuer französischer Eiche reifen.
| Body / style: | Samtige Rotweine, Kräftige Rotweine, Säurearme Rotweine |
|---|---|
| Main grape varietal: | Merlot |
| Taste: | dry |
| Wine region: | Stellenbosch |
| acidity level: | low |
| bottle closure: | cork |
| bottle size [liter]: | 0,75 |
| classification: | Estate Wine |
| country of origin: | South Africa |
| ratings: | John Platter 4.5 Sterne, Tim Atkin 95/100, Winemag 93/100 |
| single varietal / blend: | mono varietal |
| vinification and maturation: | Barrique |
| vintage: | 2022 |
| wine type: | Red wine |
| Alcohol concentration [Vol%]: | 14 |
|---|---|
| Residual sugar [g/l] | 2 |
| pH-value | 3.55 |
| Acid content [g/l] | 5.2 |
| Legal drinking age | 16 |
|---|---|
| Distributor | Curry Premium Wines oHG, D-86938 Schondorf |
| Recommended dishes | Risotto, Entenbrust, Gruyère |
| Grape varietals | Merlot |
| Serving temperature [°C] | 18 °C |
| Storable up to (at perfect conditions) | 2030 |
| Winemaker | Rudi Schultz, Gyles Webb |
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 94 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2026: 95 Punkte
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 93 Punkte
- Jahrgang 2021 - John Platter: 4.5 Sterne
- Jahrgang 2021 - Tim Atkin 2024: 95 Punkte
- Jahrgang 2021 - Winemagazine South Africa 2024: 92 Punkte